CVE-2024-13972 — HIGH (8.8)

Vulnerability Description

A vulnerability related to registry permissions in the Intercept X for Windows updater prior to Core Agent version 2024.3.2 can lead to a local user gaining SYSTEM level privileges during a product upgrade.

CVSS Score

8.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-276

References

https://www.sophos.com/en-us/security-advisories/sophos-sa-20250717-cix-lpe

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-13972?

CVE-2024-13972 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). A vulnerability related to registry permissions in the Intercept X for Windows updater prior to Core Agent version 2024.3.2 can lead to a local user gaining SYSTEM level privileges during a product up...

How severe is CVE-2024-13972?

CVE-2024-13972 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-13972?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.