#VU58492 Insecure DLL loading in Cyber Protect - CVE-2021-44198

Vulnerability identifier: #VU58492

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 2 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-44198

CWE-ID: CWE-427

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Cyber Protect
Server applications / Server solutions for antivurus protection

Vendor: Acronis

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to the application loads DLL libraries in an insecure manner. A local user can place a specially crafted .dll file and gain elevated privileges on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Cyber Protect: before 15

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External links
https://security-advisory.acronis.com/advisories/SEC-2128

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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.