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CVE-2018-17776

HighPublished

PCProtect Anti-Virus v4.8.35 has "Everyone: (F)" permission for %PROGRAMFILES(X86)%\PCProtect, which allows local users to gain privileges by replacing an...

Published: Sep 28, 2018
Updated: Aug 5, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Sep 28, 2018

Primary CVSS

7.8/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 3.0

CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS probability estimate

4.4%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 90.9%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

PCProtect Anti-Virus v4.8.35 has "Everyone: (F)" permission for %PROGRAMFILES(X86)%\PCProtect, which allows local users to gain privileges by replacing an executable file with a Trojan horse.

Sources

PCProtect 4.8.35 - Privilege EscalationExploit
Hashim Jawad · windows_x86-64 · Sep 28, 2018

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