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CVE-2023-28134 is a privilege escalation vulnerability affecting Check Point Harmony Endpoint and ZoneAlarm Extreme Security. This vulnerability allows a local attacker who already has the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system to escalate their privileges. The vulnerability is classified as CWE-732, which relates to incorrect permission assignment for critical resources.
Overview
This vulnerability exists in Check Point Harmony Endpoint and ZoneAlarm Extreme Security products. It allows a local attacker who already has access to execute low-privileged code on the affected system to elevate their privileges to a higher level. This could potentially allow the attacker to gain administrative control over the system, access sensitive information, modify system settings, or execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges. The vulnerability stems from incorrect permission assignments for critical resources within the affected products.
Remediation
Users of affected Check Point Harmony Endpoint and ZoneAlarm Extreme Security installations should:
- Update to the latest version of the software as recommended by Check Point.
- Follow the guidance provided in the Check Point security advisory (SK181597).
- Implement the principle of least privilege for all user accounts on systems where these products are installed.
- Monitor systems for any suspicious activities that might indicate exploitation attempts.
- Consider implementing additional security controls to restrict local code execution by untrusted users.
References
- Check Point Security Advisory: https://support.checkpoint.com/results/sk/sk181597
- CWE-732: Incorrect Permission Assignment for Critical Resource: https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/732.html
- MITRE CVE Entry: CVE-2023-28134
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
