ZDI-CAN-19836: ZDI-23-1169: Avira Free Antivirus Integer Overflow Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Avira Free Antivirus. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-19836?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-19836 is categorized as a high-impact vulnerability due to its capability of allowing local privilege escalation.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-19836?
To mitigate ZDI-CAN-19836, it is recommended to update Avira Free Antivirus to the latest version provided by the vendor.
Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-19836?
ZDI-CAN-19836 affects users of Avira Free Antivirus running vulnerable installations.
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-19836?
ZDI-CAN-19836 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
Can ZDI-CAN-19836 be exploited remotely?
No, ZDI-CAN-19836 requires local access to exploit, as the attacker must execute low-privileged code on the target system.