Uncontrolled Search Path Vulnerability in Lenovo System Update
CVE-2023-4632

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Lenovo
Status
Lenovo System Update
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 November 2023

Summary

A vulnerability exists in Lenovo System Update that allows an attacker with local access to exploit an uncontrolled search path issue. This flaw could enable the execution of arbitrary code with elevated privileges, potentially compromising system integrity and user privacy. Users are advised to update their systems to the latest version to mitigate any risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Lenovo System Update Versions prior to 5.08.02.25

References

https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/LEN-135367

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

Lenovo thanks Matt Nelson, Hunter Orrantia and Max Harley of SpecterOps for reporting this issue.
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