Unquoted Service Path Vulnerability in Private Internet Access by Private Internet Access
CVE-2022-50924

8.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Private Internet Access

Status
Private Internet Access
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 January 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2022-50924?

The software version 3.3 of Private Internet Access is susceptible to an unquoted service path vulnerability. This flaw allows local users to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges. By exploiting the incorrectly configured service path, attackers can inject malicious commands that run with LocalSystem permissions during service startup, potentially compromising the security of the entire system. It is crucial for users of Private Internet Access to apply necessary updates or workarounds to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

Private Internet Access 3.3.0.100

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-2022-50924 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/50804
exploit
https://www.privateinternetaccess.com
product
https://www.privateinternetaccess.com/download
product

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

Saud Alenazi
.