CVE-2017-6638

Description

A vulnerability in how DLL files are loaded with Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client for Windows could allow an authenticated, local attacker to install and run an executable file with privileges equivalent to the Microsoft Windows SYSTEM account. The vulnerability is due to incomplete input validation of path and file names of a DLL file before it is loaded. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by creating a malicious DLL file and installing it in a specific system directory. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute commands on the underlying Microsoft Windows host with privileges equivalent to the SYSTEM account. The attacker would need valid user credentials to exploit this vulnerability. This vulnerability affects all Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client for Windows software versions prior to 4.4.02034. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvc97928.

Categories

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.06%
Vendor Advisory cisco.com
Affected: n/a Cisco AnyConnect Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-6638?
CVE-2017-6638 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-6638?
To fix CVE-2017-6638, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-6638 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-6638 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-6638?
CVE-2017-6638 affects n/a Cisco AnyConnect Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability.
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