Vulnerability identifier: #VU94663

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-41183

CWE-ID: CWE-59

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
VPN Proxy One Pro
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor:

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to insecure link following within the DEP Manager and VpnBackgroundController executable. A local user can create a symbolic link to a critical file on the system and execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/en-us/article/TMKA-14460
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1023/
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1022/

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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.