ZDI-26-448: Bitdefender Total Security Shredder Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Bitdefender Total Security. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.3. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2026-6851.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-26-448?
ZDI-26-448 has been assigned a CVSS rating of 7.3, indicating its high severity.
How do I fix ZDI-26-448?
To fix ZDI-26-448, ensure that you update your Bitdefender Total Security to the latest version provided by the vendor.
Who is affected by ZDI-26-448?
Users of Bitdefender Total Security are affected by the local privilege escalation vulnerability ZDI-26-448.
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-26-448?
ZDI-26-448 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability affecting Bitdefender Total Security.
What do attackers need to exploit ZDI-26-448?
Attackers must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system to exploit ZDI-26-448.