ZDI-26-615: (0Day) pdfforge PDF Architect activation-service Update Service Uncontrolled Search Path Element Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of pdfforge PDF Architect. 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 activation-service process. The product loads a library from an unsecured location. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute code in the context of SYSTEM.
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This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of pdfforge PDF Architect. 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.
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Who can exploit this issue?
An attacker must already be able to execute code with low privileges on a system running the affected pdfforge PDF Architect activation-service Update Service. The issue is therefore primarily relevant after an initial local foothold has been obtained.
What is the likely security impact after exploitation?
Successful exploitation allows a local attacker to escalate privileges on the affected system. ZDI assigned the vulnerability a CVSS rating of 7.8.