VIPRE Advanced Security Incorrect Permission Assignment Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of VIPRE Advanced Security. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability.
The specific flaw exists within the Anti Malware Service. The issue results from incorrect permissions on a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-22345.
The product specifies permissions for a security-critical resource in a way that allows that resource to be read or modified by unintended actors.
| Name | Vendor | Start Version | End Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced_security | Vipre | 12.0.1.214 (including) | 12.0.1.214 (including) |