Information disclosire in AnyDesk for Windows



Risk Low
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2024-12754
CWE-ID CWE-59
Exploitation vector Local
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
 AnyDesk for Windows
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor AnyDesk Software GmbH

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.

1) Link following

EUVDB-ID: #VU101891

Risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 4.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-12754

CWE-ID: CWE-59 - Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following')

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to insecure symbolic link following issue when handling background images. A local user can read arbitrary files on the system, disclose stored credentials, which can lead to further compromise.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

AnyDesk for Windows: 2.3.0 - 9.0.0

CPE2.3 External links

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1711/


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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