Vulnerability identifier: #VU70521

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 7.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-36

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
SonicWall Capture Client
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls
SentinelOne Agent for Windows
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls

Vendor: SonicWall

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to delete arbitrary files on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to insecure file path processing in Sonicwall Capture Client. A local user can delete arbitrary system files and escalate privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

SonicWall Capture Client: All versions

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External links
http://psirt.global.sonicwall.com/vuln-detail/SNWLID-2022-0025
http://i.blackhat.com/EU-22/Wednesday-Briefings/EU-22-Yair-Aikido-Turning-EDRs-to-Malicious-Wipers.pdf
http://www.sonicwall.com/support/notices/221213114338960/

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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.