Vulnerability identifier: #VU82063

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 5.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:L/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-41715

CWE-ID: CWE-269

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
SonicOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to escalate privileges within the tunnel.

The vulnerability exists due to improper privilege management in the SonicOS SSL VPN Tunnel. A remote authenticated user can gain elevated privileges inside the tunnel.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://psirt.global.sonicwall.com/vuln-detail/SNWLID-2023-0012

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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