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Advisory Published
Advisory Published

ZDI-CAN-20768: ZDI-24-670: (0Day) Famatech Advanced IP Scanner Uncontrolled Search Path Element Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

First published: Thu Jun 13 2024(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Famatech Advanced IP Scanner. 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 application's use of Qt. The application loads Qt plugins from an unsecured location. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of an administrator.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Advanced IP Scanner

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-20768?

    The severity of ZDI-CAN-20768 is considered high due to its potential for local privilege escalation.

  • How do I fix ZDI-CAN-20768?

    To fix ZDI-CAN-20768, update Famatech Advanced IP Scanner to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What systems are affected by ZDI-CAN-20768?

    ZDI-CAN-20768 affects installations of Famatech Advanced IP Scanner where local code execution is possible.

  • What type of attack does ZDI-CAN-20768 enable?

    ZDI-CAN-20768 enables local attackers to escalate their privileges on affected systems.

  • Do I need special access to exploit ZDI-CAN-20768?

    Yes, an attacker must first have the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system to exploit ZDI-CAN-20768.

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