#VU95182 Incorrect default permissions in efi-shell-x64 (Ubuntu package) - CVE-2023-48733

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#VU95182 Incorrect default permissions in efi-shell-x64 (Ubuntu package) - CVE-2023-48733

Published: August 2, 2024


Vulnerability identifier: #VU95182
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:P/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-48733
CWE-ID: CWE-276
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
efi-shell-x64 (Ubuntu package)
Software vendor:
Canonical Ltd.

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions on the UEFI Shell. A local user can bypass the Secure Boot and escalate privileges on the system.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.

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