SB2024090616 - Link following in Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
Published: September 6, 2024
Security Bulletin ID
SB2024090616
CSH Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 vulnerability.
1) Link following (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-6260)
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to a link following issue within the Malwarebytes service. A local user can create a symbolic link, abuse the service to delete a file and gain elevated privileges on the system.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.