CVE-2024-4229 — HIGH (7.8) — White Hats Nepal

Vulnerability Description

Incorrect Default Permissions vulnerability in Edgecross Basic Software for Windows versions 1.00 and later and Edgecross Basic Software for Developers versions 1.00 and later allows a malicious local attacker to execute an arbitrary malicious code, resulting in information disclosure, tampering with and deletion, or a denial-of-service (DoS) condition, if the product is installed in a folder other than a folder that only users with administrative privilege have permission to modify.

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

HIGH

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-276

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-4229?

CVE-2024-4229 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Incorrect Default Permissions vulnerability in Edgecross Basic Software for Windows versions 1.00 and later and Edgecross Basic Software for Developers versions 1.00 and later allows a malicious local...

How severe is CVE-2024-4229?

CVE-2024-4229 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-2024-4229?

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