Improper Authorization Vulnerability in VAIO Update by Sony
CVE-2019-5981

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Sony Corporation

Status
Vaio Update
Vendor
CVE Published:
5 July 2019

What is CVE-2019-5981?

An improper authorization vulnerability has been identified in VAIO Update versions 7.3.0.03150 and earlier. This flaw permits attackers to execute arbitrary executable files with administrative privileges through unspecified vectors, potentially compromising the integrity and security of affected systems. Users of VAIO Update are advised to review their configurations and apply necessary updates to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

VAIO Update 7.3.0.03150 and earlier

References

https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00228777
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https://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN13555032/index.html
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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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