Vulnerability identifier: #VU47347

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-8452

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
ZoneAlarm
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls
Endpoint Security client
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls

Vendor: Check Point Software Technologies

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to application does not properly impose security restrictions. A local user can change permissions of arbitrary file and gain elevated privileges on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

ZoneAlarm: 15.4.062

Endpoint Security client: All versions

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External links
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/154754/CheckPoint-Endpoint-Security-Client-ZoneAlarm-Privilege-Escalation.html
http://supportcenter.us.checkpoint.com/supportcenter/portal?eventSubmit_doGoviewsolutiondetails=&solutionid=sk150012
http://www.zonealarm.com/software/release-history/zafavfw.html#15.4.260.17960

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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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.