DLL Hijacking in Git for Windows Uninstaller
CVE-2022-24767

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Visual Studio 2017 Version 15.9 (includes 15.0 - 15.8)
Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Version 17.1
Microsoft Visual Studio 2019 Version 16.7 (includes 16.0 €“ 16.6)
Microsoft Visual Studio 2019 Version 16.9 (includes 16.0 - 16.8)
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 April 2022

What is CVE-2022-24767?

The uninstaller of Git for Windows is susceptible to DLL hijacking attacks when executed under the SYSTEM user account. This vulnerability allows malicious actors to exploit the uninstallation process by introducing malicious dynamic link libraries (DLLs) that could lead to unauthorized access or manipulation of system files. Users are urged to ensure they are using the latest version of the software and to follow secure practices when managing software installations and removals to mitigate potential risks.

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Affected Version(s)

Microsoft Visual Studio 2017 version 15.9 (includes 15.0 - 15.8) = unspecified

Microsoft Visual Studio 2019 version 16.11 (includes 16.0 - 16.10) = unspecified

Microsoft Visual Studio 2019 version 16.7 (includes 16.0 – 16.6) = unspecified

References

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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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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