Untrusted Search Path Vulnerability in Optimal Guard by Optimal
CVE-2017-10836

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
CVE Published:
29 August 2017

What is CVE-2017-10836?

The untrusted search path vulnerability found in Optimal Guard versions 1.1.21 and earlier allows attackers to leverage a Trojan horse DLL positioned in an unspecified directory. This flaw permits unauthorized privilege escalation, compromising the security of users' systems and sensitive data. It underscores the importance of maintaining updated security protocols and software versions to mitigate such risks.

Affected Version(s)

Optimal Guard 1.1.21 and earlier

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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