ZDI-CAN-22963: ZDI-24-1004: (0Day) Avast Free Antivirus AvastSvc Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Avast Free Antivirus. 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 Avast Service. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to delete a folder. 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 Avast Free Antivirus. 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-2024-7232.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-22963?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-22963 is critical due to its potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-22963?
To fix ZDI-CAN-22963, update your Avast Free Antivirus to the latest version provided by the vendor.
Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-22963?
ZDI-CAN-22963 affects users of Avast Free Antivirus on systems vulnerable to local code execution.
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-22963?
ZDI-CAN-22963 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
Can ZDI-CAN-22963 be exploited remotely?
No, ZDI-CAN-22963 can only be exploited by local attackers who have already gained low-privileged access.