Vulnerability Description
KDAB Hotspot 1.3.x and 1.4.x through 1.4.1, in a non-default configuration, allows privilege escalation because of race conditions involving symlinks and elevate_perf_privileges.sh chown calls.
CVSS Score
7.0
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kdab | Hotspot | >= 1.3.0, <= 1.4.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/KDAB/hotspot/releasesRelease Notes
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/03/14/8ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/KDAB/hotspot/releasesRelease Notes
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/03/14/8ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-28144?
CVE-2023-28144 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.0 (HIGH). KDAB Hotspot 1.3.x and 1.4.x through 1.4.1, in a non-default configuration, allows privilege escalation because of race conditions involving symlinks and elevate_perf_privileges.sh chown calls.
How severe is CVE-2023-28144?
CVE-2023-28144 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-28144?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Kdab Hotspot.