What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-24329?

ZDI-CAN-24329 is categorized as a privilege escalation vulnerability.

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-24329?

To fix ZDI-CAN-24329, users should update their Epic Games Launcher to the latest version provided by Epic Games.

Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-24329?

ZDI-CAN-24329 affects users of the Epic Games Launcher who have unpatched installations.

Can ZDI-CAN-24329 be exploited remotely?

No, ZDI-CAN-24329 requires local access to the affected system to be exploited.

What does ZDI-CAN-24329 allow attackers to do?

ZDI-CAN-24329 allows local attackers to escalate their privileges within the Epic Games Launcher.

Vulnerability/
ZDI-CAN-24329

high

7.8

4/12/2024

22/2/2025

ZDI-CAN-24329: ZDI-24-1646: Epic Games Launcher Incorrect Default Permissions Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

First published: Wed Dec 04 2024(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Epic Games Launcher. 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 product installer. The product applies incorrect default permissions to a sensitive folder. 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
Epic Games Launcher

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What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-24329?
ZDI-CAN-24329 is categorized as a privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-24329?
To fix ZDI-CAN-24329, users should update their Epic Games Launcher to the latest version provided by Epic Games.
Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-24329?
ZDI-CAN-24329 affects users of the Epic Games Launcher who have unpatched installations.
Can ZDI-CAN-24329 be exploited remotely?
No, ZDI-CAN-24329 requires local access to the affected system to be exploited.
What does ZDI-CAN-24329 allow attackers to do?
ZDI-CAN-24329 allows local attackers to escalate their privileges within the Epic Games Launcher.

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