CVE-2021-27241

Description

This vulnerability allows local attackers to delete arbitrary directories on affected installations of Avast Premium Security 20.8.2429 (Build 20.8.5653.561). An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the AvastSvc.exe module. By creating a directory junction, an attacker can abuse the service to delete a directory. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to create a denial-of-service condition on the system. Was ZDI-CAN-12082.

Weakness classification

• zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com: CWE-59

Primary references

• zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com — Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
• af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108 — Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry