CVE-2021-3576
28.10.2021, 14:15
Execution with Unnecessary Privileges vulnerability in Bitdefender Endpoint Security Tools, Total Security allows a local attacker to elevate to 'NT AUTHORITY\System. Impersonation enables the server thread to perform actions on behalf of the client but within the limits of the client's security context. This issue affects: Bitdefender Endpoint Security Tools versions prior to 7.2.1.65. Bitdefender Total Security versions prior to 25.0.26.Enginsight
| Vendor | Product | Version |
|---|---|---|
| bitdefender | endpoint_security_tools | 𝑥 < 7.2.1.65 |
| bitdefender | total_security | 𝑥 < 25.0.26 |
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= Vulnerable software versions
Common Weakness Enumeration
- CWE-250 - Execution with Unnecessary PrivilegesThe software performs an operation at a privilege level that is higher than the minimum level required, which creates new weaknesses or amplifies the consequences of other weaknesses.
- CWE-269 - Improper Privilege ManagementThe software does not properly assign, modify, track, or check privileges for an actor, creating an unintended sphere of control for that actor.
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