SB2020050609 - Privilege escalation in Avira Software Updater



SB2020050609 - Privilege escalation in Avira Software Updater

Published: May 6, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2020050609
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Windows Hard Link (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-12463)

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to improperly handling file hard links. A local user can obtain take control of arbitrary files, leading to an elevated status.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.