Vulnerability identifier: #VU82436
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-427
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 compromise vulnerable system.
The vulnerability exists due to the application loads DLL libraries in an insecure manner within the start-up DLL component. A local user can place a specially crafted .dll file and execute arbitrary code on victim's system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
NetExtender for Windows: 10.2.336
External links
http://psirt.global.sonicwall.com/vuln-detail/SNWLID-2023-0017
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.