DLL Side-Loading Vulnerability in Avira Software Updater
CVE-2019-17449

6.7MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Avira

Status
Software Updater
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 October 2019

What is CVE-2019-17449?

Avira Software Updater, prior to version 2.0.6.21094, is susceptible to a DLL side-loading vulnerability. An attacker could exploit this weakness to execute malicious code if they have obtained administrative access. Though the vendor posits that gaining SYSTEM privileges from this exploit is limited, the risk of exploitation underscores the importance of keeping software up to date to mitigate potential security threats.

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References

https://support.avira.com/hc/en-us/articles/360000142857-...
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https://safebreach.com/Post/Avira-Antivirus-2019-4-Servic...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.7
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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