First published: Fri May 17 2024(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Avira Prime. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the Avira Spotlight Service. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to delete a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM.
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Avira Prime |
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The severity of ZDI-24-469 is classified as a privilege escalation vulnerability.
To fix ZDI-24-469, update your Avira Prime installation to the latest version provided by the vendor.
Users of Avira Prime with outdated software are affected by ZDI-24-469.
ZDI-24-469 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
No, ZDI-24-469 requires local access to exploit the vulnerability.