Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Parallels Access by Parallels
CVE-2022-34901

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Parallels

Status
Access
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 July 2022

What is CVE-2022-34901?

This vulnerability in Parallels Access 6.5.4 allows local attackers to escalate their privileges by exploiting a flaw within the Parallels Service. The service's execution of files from an unsecured location poses a risk, enabling an attacker who already possesses low-privileged access to run arbitrary code as the root user. This security issue underscores the importance of proper file handling practices and ensuring that services operate within secure boundaries.

Affected Version(s)

Access 6.5.4 (39316)

References

https://kb.parallels.com/en/129010
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https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-948/
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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

Credit

Reno Robert of Trend Micro Zero Day Initiative
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