#VU64589 Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls in AtlasVPN


Published: 2022-06-22

Vulnerability identifier: #VU64589

Vulnerability risk: Medium

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

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-23171

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
AtlasVPN
Server applications / Remote access servers, VPN

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper security controls on named pipe messagesgain. A remote user on the local network can gain elevated privileges with SYSTEM permissions.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions


External links
http://www.gov.il/en/departments/faq/cve_advisories


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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