First published: Mon Jul 29 2024(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of VIPRE Advanced Security. 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 Anti Malware Service. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to delete a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM.
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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VIPRE Advanced Security |
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The severity of ZDI-CAN-22238 is high due to its potential for privilege escalation.
To fix ZDI-CAN-22238, users should update VIPRE Advanced Security to the latest version provided by the vendor.
ZDI-CAN-22238 affects installations of VIPRE Advanced Security on local systems.
ZDI-CAN-22238 allows local attackers to escalate their privileges on affected systems.
An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system to exploit ZDI-CAN-22238.