Unquoted Service Path Vulnerability in Shrew Soft VPN Client
CVE-2019-25283

8.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Shrew

Status
Shrew Soft Vpn Client
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 February 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2019-25283?

The Shrew Soft VPN Client version 2.2.2 has a significant flaw due to the presence of an unquoted service path. This vulnerability permits local users to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges by placing malicious executables within the unquoted service path. An attacker can exploit this weakness during service startup or system reboot, leading to potential system compromise. Immediate remediation measures should be implemented to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

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Affected Version(s)

Shrew Soft VPN Client 2.2.2

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2019-25283 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/47660
exploit
https://www.shrew.net
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/shrew-soft-vpn-clien...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
8.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

D.Goedecke
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