Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in SonicWall Directory Services Connector
CVE-2023-44219

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Sonicwall
Status
Directory Services Connector
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 October 2023

What is CVE-2023-44219?

A local privilege escalation vulnerability exists in SonicWall Directory Services Connector Windows MSI client versions 4.1.21 and earlier. This flaw allows a low-privileged local user to execute the recovery feature, potentially granting them escalated system privileges. Mitigating this vulnerability is crucial to maintain the integrity and security of affected systems. Users are encouraged to review their installations and update to secure versions.

Affected Version(s)

Directory Services Connector Windows 4.1.21 and earlier versions

References

https://psirt.global.sonicwall.com/vuln-detail/SNWLID-202...
vendor-advisory

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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CVE-2023-44219 : Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in SonicWall Directory Services Connector