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CVE-2024-4454

HIGH CVSS: 7.8 Published: 2024-05-22 Modified: 2026-06-17

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.

Affected Platforms

Microsoft WindowsWithsecure Server SecurityWithsecure Email And Server SecurityWithsecure Elements Endpoint ProtectionWithsecure Client Security

Weakness Type

CWE-59

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