Risk | Low |
Patch available | YES |
Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
CVE-ID | CVE-2024-2003 |
CWE-ID | CWE-59 |
Exploitation vector | Local |
Public exploit | N/A |
Vulnerable software Subscribe |
ESET Smart Security Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls |
Vendor | Eset |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
EUVDB-ID: #VU95555
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-2003
CWE-ID:
CWE-59 - Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following')
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper handling of symbolic links within the ESET Service. A local user can abuse the service to create a file and escalate privileges on the system.Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsESET Smart Security: All versions
CPE2.3 External linkshttp://support.eset.com/ca8674
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-898/
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.