Vulnerability identifier: #VU26129
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 5.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID: N/A
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Parallels Desktop
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system package or component
Vendor: Parallels
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to a lack of proper locking when performing operations on an object within the xHCI component. An local user can gain elevated privileges on the target system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Parallels Desktop: All versions
External links
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-294/
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.