Vulnerability Description
Parallels Desktop Updater Time-Of-Check Time-Of-Use Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Parallels Desktop. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target host system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the Updater service. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to execute a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of root. . Was ZDI-CAN-18150.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Parallels | Parallels Desktop | < 18.1.0_\(53311\) |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://kb.parallels.com/125013Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-217/Third Party Advisory
- https://kb.parallels.com/125013Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-217/Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-27323?
CVE-2023-27323 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Parallels Desktop Updater Time-Of-Check Time-Of-Use Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Parallels De...
How severe is CVE-2023-27323?
CVE-2023-27323 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-2023-27323?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Parallels Parallels Desktop.