CVE-2023-37907

Public Exploit
Cryptomator's MSI installer allows local privilege escalation

Description

Cryptomator is data encryption software for users who store their files in the cloud. Prior to version 1.9.2, the MSI installer provided on the homepage allows local privilege escalation (LPE) for low privileged users, if already installed. The problem occurs as the repair function of the MSI spawns two administrative CMDs. A simple LPE is possible via a breakout. Version 1.9.2 fixes this issue.

Category

7.0
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: cryptomator cryptomator
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/cryptomator/cryptomator/security/advisories/GHSA-9c9p-c3mg-hpjq vendor advisory issue tracking exploit
https://github.com/cryptomator/cryptomator/commit/b48ebd524b1626bf12ac98e35a7670b868fa208c patch
https://github.com/cryptomator/cryptomator/releases/tag/1.9.2 release notes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-37907?
CVE-2023-37907 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-37907?
To fix CVE-2023-37907, 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-2023-37907 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-37907 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2023-37907?
CVE-2023-37907 affects cryptomator cryptomator.
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