Vulnerability identifier: #VU97735

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-2024-7481

CWE-ID: CWE-862

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
TeamViewer
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor:

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

The vulnerability exists due to missing authorization during installation of a Printer driver via the TeamViewer_service.exe, which listens on TCP port 5939. A local user can access the component and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://www.teamviewer.com/en/resources/trust-center/security-bulletins/tv-2024-1006/
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1290/

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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.