CVE-ID |
CVE-2023-20178
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Description |
A vulnerability in the client update process of Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client Software for Windows and Cisco Secure Client Software for Windows could allow a low-privileged, authenticated, local attacker to elevate privileges to those of SYSTEM. The client update process is executed after a successful VPN connection is established. This vulnerability exists because improper permissions are assigned to a temporary directory that is created during the update process. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by abusing a specific function of the Windows installer process. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute code with SYSTEM privileges.
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References |
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Assigning CNA |
Cisco Systems, Inc. |
Date Record Created |
20221027 |
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Phase (Legacy) |
Assigned (20221027) |
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Comments (Legacy) |
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Proposed (Legacy) |
N/A |
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