Advisory Published

ZDI-CAN-8956: Bitdefender Total Security Link Resolution Denial-of-Service Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows local attackers to create a denial-of-service condition on affected installations of BitDefender Total Security. 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 handling of junctions. By creating a junction, an attacker can abuse the service to delete arbitrary files. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to create a denial-of-service condition on the system.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Bitdefender Total Security

Never miss a vulnerability like this again

Sign up to SecAlerts for real-time vulnerability data matched to your software, aggregated from hundreds of sources.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-8956?

    ZDI-CAN-8956 has been classified as a denial-of-service vulnerability.

  • How do I fix ZDI-CAN-8956?

    To fix ZDI-CAN-8956, ensure that you are running the latest updated version of BitDefender Total Security.

  • Who can exploit ZDI-CAN-8956?

    ZDI-CAN-8956 can be exploited by local attackers with low-privileged code execution capabilities on the target system.

  • What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-8956?

    ZDI-CAN-8956 is a denial-of-service vulnerability affecting BitDefender Total Security.

  • What software is affected by ZDI-CAN-8956?

    ZDI-CAN-8956 affects BitDefender Total Security installations.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2025 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203