Vulnerability identifier: #VU87618

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-522

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
kavremover
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to administrator credentials.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in the kavremover tool. A local privileged user can access the administrator credentials of the application being removed.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://support.kaspersky.com/general/vulnerability.aspx?el=12430#190324

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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.