Vulnerability identifier: #VU70535

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-25294

CWE-ID: CWE-676

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Agent for Windows
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls

Vendor:

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to the application relies on an inherently dangerous function. A local unprivileged Windows user can execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://www.proofpoint.com/us/security/security-advisories/pfpt-sa-2022-0001

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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.