Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in OPSWAT MetaDefender KIOSK Product
CVE-2023-36657

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Opswat

Status
Metadefender Kiosk
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 September 2023

What is CVE-2023-36657?

A vulnerability allows for the abuse of built-in Windows features such as desktop shortcuts and narrator, potentially enabling local users to escalate their privileges on OPSWAT MetaDefender KIOSK version 4.6.1.9996. This issue could compromise system integrity and access sensitive resources, highlighting the importance of implementing robust security measures.

References

https://docs.opswat.com/mdkiosk
https://docs.opswat.com/mdkiosk/release-notes/cve-2023-36657

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2023-36657 : Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in OPSWAT MetaDefender KIOSK Product