Vulnerability identifier: #VU73736

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-4568

CWE-ID: CWE-276

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Lenovo System Update
Client/Desktop applications / Office applications

Vendor: Lenovo

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions for files and folders that are set by the application. A local user with access to the system can escalate privileges on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Lenovo System Update: 5.07.00.0110 - 5.07.0140

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External links
http://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/LEN-103545

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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.