What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-22829?

The severity of ZDI-CAN-22829 is critical as it allows for privilege escalation on affected systems.

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-22829?

To fix ZDI-CAN-22829, ensure that you are running the latest version of Comodo Internet Security Pro with all available patches applied.

Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-22829?

ZDI-CAN-22829 affects users of Comodo Internet Security Pro who have not updated to the patch addressing this vulnerability.

What type of attack does ZDI-CAN-22829 involve?

ZDI-CAN-22829 involves a local privilege escalation attack, requiring an attacker to execute low-privileged code on the system.

When was ZDI-CAN-22829 discovered?

ZDI-CAN-22829 was discovered and disclosed through the Zero Day Initiative vulnerability program.

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ZDI-CAN-22829

high

7.8

23/7/2024

18/8/2024

ZDI-CAN-22829: (0Day) Comodo Internet Security Pro cmdagent Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

First published: Tue Jul 23 2024(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Comodo Internet Security Pro. 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 cmdagent executable. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the agent 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
Comodo Internet Security Pro

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What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-22829?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-22829 is critical as it allows for privilege escalation on affected systems.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-22829?
To fix ZDI-CAN-22829, ensure that you are running the latest version of Comodo Internet Security Pro with all available patches applied.
Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-22829?
ZDI-CAN-22829 affects users of Comodo Internet Security Pro who have not updated to the patch addressing this vulnerability.
What type of attack does ZDI-CAN-22829 involve?
ZDI-CAN-22829 involves a local privilege escalation attack, requiring an attacker to execute low-privileged code on the system.
When was ZDI-CAN-22829 discovered?
ZDI-CAN-22829 was discovered and disclosed through the Zero Day Initiative vulnerability program.

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