Vulnerability Description
A race condition in the wmi_malware_scan.nbin plugin before 201402262215 for Nessus 5.2.1 allows local users to gain privileges by replacing the dissolvable agent executable in the Windows temp directory with a Trojan horse program.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tenable | Nessus | 5.2.1 |
| Tenable | Plugin-Set | <= 201402092115 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/57403Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1029946
- https://discussions.nessus.org/thread/7195Vendor Advisory
- https://www.nccgroup.com/en/learning-and-research-centre/technical-advisories/ne
- http://secunia.com/advisories/57403Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1029946
- https://discussions.nessus.org/thread/7195Vendor Advisory
- https://www.nccgroup.com/en/learning-and-research-centre/technical-advisories/ne
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-2848?
CVE-2014-2848 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). A race condition in the wmi_malware_scan.nbin plugin before 201402262215 for Nessus 5.2.1 allows local users to gain privileges by replacing the dissolvable agent executable in the Windows temp direct...
How severe is CVE-2014-2848?
CVE-2014-2848 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-2848?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Tenable Nessus, Tenable Plugin-Set.