CVE-2024-4454 Vulnerability Details

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CVE-2024-4454 Metadata Quick Info

CVE Published: 22/05/2024 | CVE Updated: 01/08/2024 | CVE Year: 2024
Source: zdi | Vendor: WithSecure | Product: Elements
Status : PUBLISHED

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CVE-2024-4454 Description

WithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of WithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection. User interaction on the part of an administrator is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the WithSecure plugin hosting service. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to create a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-23035.

Metrics

CVSS Version: 3.1 | Base Score: n/a
Vector: n/a

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Weakness Enumeration (CWE)

CWE-ID: CWE-59
CWE Name: CWE-59: Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ( Link Following )
Source: WithSecure

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Source: NVD (National Vulnerability Database).