How severe is CVE-2024-11872?

CVE-2024-11872 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2024-11872 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (9th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-11872?

CVE-2024-11872 affects Epicgames Launcher. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2024-11872?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

Does CVE-2024-11872 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2024-11872 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-33960.

When was CVE-2024-11872 published?

CVE-2024-11872 was published on 2024-12-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2024-11872

CVE-2024-11872 is a high-severity vulnerability in Epicgames Launcher with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-276.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (9th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-33960
Weakness: CWE-276
Affected product: Epicgames Launcher
Published: 2024-12-12
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Epic Games Launcher Incorrect Default Permissions Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Epic Games Launcher. 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 product installer. The product applies incorrect default permissions to a sensitive folder. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-24329.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-11872?: Epic Games Launcher Incorrect Default Permissions Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Epic Games Launcher. 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 product installer. The product applies incorrect default permissions to a sensitive folder. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-24329.
How severe is CVE-2024-11872?: CVE-2024-11872 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2024-11872 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (9th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-11872?: CVE-2024-11872 affects Epicgames Launcher. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-11872?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2024-11872 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2024-11872 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-33960.
When was CVE-2024-11872 published?: CVE-2024-11872 was published on 2024-12-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:epicgames:launcher:16.6.0-33806133:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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