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Advisory Published
Advisory Published

ZDI-24-525: A10 Thunder ADC Incorrect Permission Assignment Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

First published: Wed May 29 2024(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of A10 Thunder ADC. 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 installer. The issue results from incorrect permissions on a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of root.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
A10 Thunder ADC

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-24-525?

    The severity of ZDI-24-525 is considered high due to its potential for privilege escalation.

  • How do I fix ZDI-24-525?

    To fix ZDI-24-525, ensure that you apply the latest security patches provided by A10 Networks for the Thunder ADC product.

  • What products are affected by ZDI-24-525?

    ZDI-24-525 affects A10 Thunder ADC installations that have not been updated to address this vulnerability.

  • Can ZDI-24-525 be exploited remotely?

    No, ZDI-24-525 requires local access to execute low-privileged code before exploitation can occur.

  • Who can exploit ZDI-24-525?

    Local attackers with the ability to execute low-privileged code on the system can exploit ZDI-24-525.

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