#VU93115 Link following in Advanced Security - CVE-2024-5928

Vulnerability identifier: #VU93115

Vulnerability 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-2024-5928

CWE-ID: CWE-59

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Advanced Security
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls

Vendor: Vipre

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to insecure link following within the Patch Management Agent. A local user can gain elevated privileges on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Advanced Security: before 12.0.2.220

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External links
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-817/

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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.