Vulnerability Description
Parallels Desktop Technical Data Reporter Link Following 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 Technical Data Reporter component. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to change the permissions of arbitrary files. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-25014.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Parallels | Remote Application Server | < 19.4.3.2-25228 |
| Parallels | Parallels | >= 19.0-23304, < 19.4.3-25221 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://kb.parallels.com/130212Release Notes
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-25-082/Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-0413?
CVE-2025-0413 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Parallels Desktop Technical Data Reporter Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Parall...
How severe is CVE-2025-0413?
CVE-2025-0413 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-2025-0413?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Parallels Remote Application Server, Parallels Parallels.