Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Yandex Browser for Windows
CVE-2022-28225

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Yandex

Status
Yandex Browser (desktop)
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 June 2022

What is CVE-2022-28225?

A local privilege escalation vulnerability exists in Yandex Browser for Windows versions prior to 22.3.3.684. This flaw enables low-privileged attackers to execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges by exploiting symlink manipulations during the update process. Successful exploitation could allow unauthorized users to gain elevated access, compromising the system's integrity and security.

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Affected Version(s)

Yandex Browser (Desktop) All versions prior to version 22.3.3.684

References

https://yandex.com/bugbounty/i/hall-of-fame-browser/
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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:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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