ZDI-CAN-24039: ZDI-24-1042: NoMachine Uncontrolled Search Path Element Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of NoMachine. 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 nxnode.exe. The process loads a library from an unsecured location. 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 NoMachine. 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-2024-7253.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-24039?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-24039 is critical due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-24039?
To fix ZDI-CAN-24039, update to the latest version of NoMachine as recommended by the vendor.
Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-24039?
Users of NoMachine installations are affected by the ZDI-CAN-24039 vulnerability.
What versions of NoMachine are impacted by ZDI-CAN-24039?
Specific versions of NoMachine prior to the security update addressing ZDI-CAN-24039 are impacted.
Can ZDI-CAN-24039 be exploited remotely?
No, ZDI-CAN-24039 requires local access to exploit the vulnerability.