CVE-2024-22167
CVE-2024-22167 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.9. 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-427.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.9)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (8th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-19763
- Weakness: CWE-427
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
A potential DLL hijacking vulnerability in the SanDisk PrivateAccess application for Windows that could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the system user. This vulnerability is only exploitable locally if an attacker has access to a copy of the user's vault or has already gained access into a user's system. This attack is limited to the system in context and cannot be propagated.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2024-22167?
- A potential DLL hijacking vulnerability in the SanDisk PrivateAccess application for Windows that could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the system user. This vulnerability is only exploitable locally if an attacker has access to a copy of the user's vault or has already gained access into a user's system. This attack is limited to the system in context and cannot be propagated.
- How severe is CVE-2024-22167?
- CVE-2024-22167 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.9, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2024-22167 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (8th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- How do I fix CVE-2024-22167?
- 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-2024-22167 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2024-22167 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-19763.
- When was CVE-2024-22167 published?
- CVE-2024-22167 was published on 2024-03-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
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