Incorrect default permissions in Apex One - CVE-2021-32464
Published: July 28, 2021
Vulnerability identifier: #VU55406
CSH Severity: Low
CVSS v4: 8.5 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N]
CVE-ID: CVE-2021-32464
CWE-ID: CWE-276
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability:
No public exploit available
Vulnerability details
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions for files and folders that are set by the application. A local user with access to the system can modify certain files and escalate privileges on the system.
Affected software
Apex One
Worry-Free Business Security Services (SaaS)
Worry-Free Business Security Services (SaaS)
How to mitigate CVE-2021-32464
Install updates from vendor's website.
Apex One - update to CP 9601
Worry-Free Business Security Services (SaaS) - update to 6.7.1538 / 14.2.1295
Worry-Free Business Security Services (SaaS) - update to 6.7.1538 / 14.2.1295