Insecure Folder Permissions Lead to Local Privilege Escalation
CVE-2024-49389

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Acronis
Status
Acronis Cyber Files
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 October 2024

What is CVE-2024-49389?

The vulnerability arises from insecure folder permissions within Acronis Cyber Files for Windows, allowing a local attacker to escalate privileges. This flaw impacts versions prior to build 9.0.0x24 and could enable unauthorized access to sensitive files or functionalities, posing significant security risks. Users are advised to review security measures and update to the latest version to mitigate the potential risks associated with this vulnerability. For further details, refer to the vendor advisory.

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Affected Version(s)

Acronis Cyber Files Windows < 9.0.0x24

References

https://security-advisory.acronis.com/advisories/SEC-5319
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

Credit

@tkoyeung (https://hackerone.com/tkoyeung)
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