ZDI-26-567: Norton Utilities Ultimate NortonUtilitiesSvc Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Norton Utilities Ultimate. 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 7.8. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2024-13962.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-26-567?
The severity of ZDI-26-567 is rated at 7.8 on the CVSS scale.
How do I fix ZDI-26-567?
To fix ZDI-26-567, update Norton Utilities Ultimate to the latest version provided by the vendor.
Who is affected by ZDI-26-567?
ZDI-26-567 affects installations of Norton Utilities Ultimate that are vulnerable to local privilege escalation.
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-26-567?
ZDI-26-567 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
What must an attacker do to exploit ZDI-26-567?
An attacker must obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system to exploit ZDI-26-567.