Weak Permissions in MSI Installer Can Lead to Escalated Privileges
CVE-2024-42052

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Splashtop

Status
Streamer
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 July 2024

What is CVE-2024-42052?

A vulnerability exists in the MSI installer for Splashtop Streamer for Windows prior to version 3.5.8.0 due to the use of a temporary folder with insufficient permissions during the installation process. This configuration flaw allows a local user to exploit the weakness by placing a malicious 'wevtutil.exe' file into the temporary folder, enabling them to escalate their privileges to SYSTEM. As a result, this exposure could lead to unauthorized access and control over the affected systems, posing a significant risk to user data and system integrity.

References

https://github.com/SpacePlant/Vulns/blob/main/Advisories/...
https://support-splashtopbusiness.splashtop.com/hc/en-us/...

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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