Code execution in Acer Care Center



Risk Low
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2021-45975
CWE-ID CWE-427
Exploitation vector Local
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
 Acer Care Center
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor Acer

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.

1) Insecure DLL loading

EUVDB-ID: #VU60164

Risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 5.9 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-45975

CWE-ID: CWE-427 - Uncontrolled Search Path Element

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to the application loads DLL libraries in an insecure manner. A local user can place a specially crafted .dll file and execute arbitrary code on victim's system.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Acer Care Center: V4.00.3000 - V4.00.3034

CPE2.3 External links

https://aptw.tf/2022/01/20/acer-care-center-privesc.html
https://acercsi.com
https://community.acer.com/en/kb/articles/14757-acer-care-center-requires-an-update-to-resolve-a-security-vulnerability


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.



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