(0Day) Panda Security Dome Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Panda Security Dome. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability.
The specific flaw exists within the Hotspot Shield. By creating a junction, an attacker can abuse the application to delete arbitrary files. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM.
Additional Details
07/12/24 – ZDI reported the vulnerability to the vendor
11/19/24 - ZDI asked for updates
11/20/24 – the vendor acknowledged the reported issue
12/16/24 - ZDI asked for updates
12/17/24 - ZDI notified the vendor of the intention to publish the case as 0-day advisory
Mitigation: Given the nature of the vulnerability, the only salient mitigation strategy is to restrict interaction with the application
Disclosure Timeline
- 2024-07-12 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2024-12-30 - Coordinated public release of advisory
- 2024-12-30 - Advisory Updated
Credit
Anonymous
