Vulnerability Description
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Panda Security Free Antivirus 20.2.0.0. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the use of named pipes. The issue results from allowing an untrusted process to impersonate the client of a pipe. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-14208.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Watchguard | Panda Antivirus | < 20.02.00 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.pandasecurity.com/en/support/card?id=100077Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-1336/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.pandasecurity.com/en/support/card?id=100077Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-1336/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-34998?
CVE-2021-34998 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Panda Security Free Antivirus 20.2.0.0. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privilege...
How severe is CVE-2021-34998?
CVE-2021-34998 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-34998?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Watchguard Panda Antivirus.