Malwarebytes Antimalware Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
CVE-2024-6260

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Malwarebytes

Status
Anti-malware
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 November 2024

What is CVE-2024-6260?

This vulnerability within the Malwarebytes Antimalware service allows local attackers to escalate privileges. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can exploit the service's flaw to delete critical system files. Successfully leveraging this vulnerability enables attackers to execute arbitrary code with elevated SYSTEM privileges, compromising the security of the affected system. The issue emphasizes the need for proper access controls and timely updates to mitigate such risks.

Affected Version(s)

Anti-Malware 4.6.6

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1195/
x_research-advisory
https://www.malwarebytes.com/secure/cves
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

CVSS V3.0

Score:
7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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