Vulnerability Description
VX Search v13.8 and v14.7 was discovered to contain an unquoted service path vulnerability which allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands at elevated privileges via a crafted executable file.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vxsearch | Vx Search | 13.8 |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://medium.com/%40SumitVerma101/windows-privilege-escalation-part-1-unquoted
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/171300/VX-Search-13.8-Unquoted-Service-PatThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://medium.com/%40SumitVerma101/windows-privilege-escalation-part-1-unquoted
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/171300/VX-Search-13.8-Unquoted-Service-PatThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-24671?
CVE-2023-24671 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). VX Search v13.8 and v14.7 was discovered to contain an unquoted service path vulnerability which allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands at elevated privileges via a crafted executable file.
How severe is CVE-2023-24671?
CVE-2023-24671 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-2023-24671?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vxsearch Vx Search, Microsoft Windows.