Local code execution in Bitdefender BOX



Published: 2019-11-07
Risk Low
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2019-12612
CWE-ID CWE-20
Exploitation vector Local
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
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Bitdefender BOX
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls

Vendor Bitdefender

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.

1) Input validation error

EUVDB-ID: #VU22594

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-12612

CWE-ID: CWE-20 - Improper input validation

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to execute arbitrary code to the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input. A local authenticated administrator can pass arbitrary code to the BOX appliance via the web API.

In order to exploit this vulnerability, an attacker needs presence in Bitdefender BOX setup network and Bitdefender BOX be in setup mode.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Bitdefender BOX: before 2.1.37.37-34

External links

http://www.bitdefender.com/support/security-advisories/bitdefender-box-local-code-execution/


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.



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