Unquoted Service Path Vulnerability in VX Search by ApexSQL
CVE-2023-24671

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Vxsearch

Status
Vx Search
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 March 2023

What is CVE-2023-24671?

VX Search versions 13.8 and 14.7 contain an unquoted service path vulnerability that could potentially allow unauthorized attackers to execute arbitrary commands with elevated privileges. This flaw arises from the way service paths are defined within the application, permitting the introduction of malicious executable files that may be exploited for privilege escalation. Organizations using affected versions should prioritize applying the relevant patches and changing configurations to mitigate potential risks.

References

https://medium.com/%40SumitVerma101/windows-privilege-esc...
https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/171300/VX-Search-13...

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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