Vulnerability identifier: #VU81298

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-2023-44217

CWE-ID: CWE-269

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
NetExtender for Windows
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: SonicWall

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges.

The vulnerability exists due to improper privilege management within the repair feature in SonicWall Net Extender MSI client. A local user can execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

NetExtender for Windows: 10.2.0.300 - 10.2.336

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External links
http://psirt.global.sonicwall.com/vuln-detail/SNWLID-2023-0013

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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.