Link following in G DATA Total Security



Published: 2024-08-23
Risk Low
Patch available NO
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2024-30377
CWE-ID CWE-59
Exploitation vector Local
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
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Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls

Vendor G DATA CyberDefense AG

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.

1) Link following

EUVDB-ID: #VU96473

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 7.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-30377

CWE-ID: CWE-59 - Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following')

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to a link following issue within the G DATA AntiVirus Scan Server. A local user can create a symbolic link, abuse the service to delete a file and gain elevated privileges on the system.

Mitigation

Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

Total Security: All versions

CPE2.3 External links

http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1159/


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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