cisco-sa-ac-csc-privesc-wx4U4Kw: Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client Software for Windows and Cisco Secure Client Software for Windows Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Published Jun 7, 2023
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Updated

A vulnerability in the client update process of Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client Software for Windows and Cisco Secure Client Software for Windows could allow a low-privileged, authenticated, local attacker to elevate privileges to those of SYSTEM. The client update process is executed

Affected Software

2 affected components
Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client
Cisco Secure Client

Event History

Jun 7, 2023
Advisory Published
04:00 PM
Data Sourced
04:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Child vulnerabilities

Contains the following vulnerabilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of cisco-sa-ac-csc-privesc-wx4U4Kw?

The severity of cisco-sa-ac-csc-privesc-wx4U4Kw is considered high due to the potential for privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix cisco-sa-ac-csc-privesc-wx4U4Kw?

To fix cisco-sa-ac-csc-privesc-wx4U4Kw, ensure that you update to the latest version of Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client or Cisco Secure Client.

3

Who is affected by cisco-sa-ac-csc-privesc-wx4U4Kw?

Users of Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client and Cisco Secure Client on Windows systems are affected by cisco-sa-ac-csc-privesc-wx4U4Kw.

4

What type of vulnerability is cisco-sa-ac-csc-privesc-wx4U4Kw?

cisco-sa-ac-csc-privesc-wx4U4Kw is a local privilege escalation vulnerability.

5

Can an attacker exploit cisco-sa-ac-csc-privesc-wx4U4Kw remotely?

No, an attacker must have local access and be authenticated to exploit cisco-sa-ac-csc-privesc-wx4U4Kw.

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