ZDI-CAN-22260: ZDI-24-1008: AVG AntiVirus Free AVGSvc Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of AVG AntiVirus Free. 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 AVG 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.
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This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of AVG AntiVirus Free. 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-2024-7234.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-22260?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-22260 is rated as high due to its potential to allow local privilege escalation.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-22260?
To fix ZDI-CAN-22260, update AVG AntiVirus Free to the latest version as provided by the vendor.
Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-22260?
Users of AVG AntiVirus Free are affected by the ZDI-CAN-22260 vulnerability.
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-22260?
ZDI-CAN-22260 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
Can ZDI-CAN-22260 be exploited remotely?
No, ZDI-CAN-22260 requires local access to the affected system to be exploited.