ZDI-CAN-19062: ZDI-23-1764: Check Point ZoneAlarm Extreme Security Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Published Dec 12, 2023
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Updated

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Check Point ZoneAlarm Extreme 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 7.8. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2023-28134.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Check Point ZoneAlarm Extreme Security

Event History

Dec 12, 2023
Advisory Published
06:00 AM
Data Sourced
06:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-19062?

The severity of ZDI-CAN-19062 is classified as a privilege escalation vulnerability.

2

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-19062?

To fix ZDI-CAN-19062, ensure that Check Point ZoneAlarm Extreme Security is updated to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-19062?

Users of Check Point ZoneAlarm Extreme Security are affected by ZDI-CAN-19062.

4

What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-19062?

ZDI-CAN-19062 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability.

5

What is required to exploit ZDI-CAN-19062?

An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system to exploit ZDI-CAN-19062.

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