Vulnerability Details : CVE-2023-26088
In Malwarebytes before 4.5.23, a symbolic link may be used delete any arbitrary file on the system by exploiting the local quarantine system. It can also lead to privilege escalation in certain scenarios.
Vulnerability category: Gain privilege
Products affected by CVE-2023-26088
- cpe:2.3:a:malwarebytes:malwarebytes:*:*:*:*:*:windows:*:*
Exploit prediction scoring system (EPSS) score for CVE-2023-26088
0.55%
Probability of exploitation activity in the next 30 days
EPSS Score History
~ 67 %
Percentile, the proportion of vulnerabilities that are scored at or less
CVSS scores for CVE-2023-26088
| Base Score | Base Severity | CVSS Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Score Source | First Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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7.8
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HIGH | CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H |
1.8
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5.9
|
NIST |
CWE ids for CVE-2023-26088
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The product attempts to access a file based on the filename, but it does not properly prevent that filename from identifying a link or shortcut that resolves to an unintended resource.Assigned by: nvd@nist.gov (Primary)
References for CVE-2023-26088
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https://www.malwarebytes.com/secure/cves/cve-2023-26088
CVE-2023-26088 - Malwarebytes for Windows - Arbitrary file deletion and privilege escalationVendor Advisory
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https://support.malwarebytes.com/hc/en-us/articles/14279575968659-Malwarebytes-for-Windows-4-5-23-Release-Notes
Malwarebytes for Windows 4.5.23 Release Notes – Malwarebytes SupportRelease Notes
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