CVE-2024-6871
CVE-2024-6871 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gdata-software Total Security 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-732.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (13th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-47273
- Weakness: CWE-732
- Affected product: Gdata-software Total Security
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
G DATA Total Security Incorrect Permission Assignment Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of G DATA Total Security. 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 handling of autostart tasks. The issue results from incorrect permissions set on folders. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-22629.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2024-6871?
- G DATA Total Security Incorrect Permission Assignment Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of G DATA Total Security. 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 handling of autostart tasks. The issue results from incorrect permissions set on folders. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-22629.
- How severe is CVE-2024-6871?
- CVE-2024-6871 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-2024-6871 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (13th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2024-6871?
- CVE-2024-6871 affects Gdata-software Total Security. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2024-6871?
- 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-2024-6871 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2024-6871 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-47273.
- When was CVE-2024-6871 published?
- CVE-2024-6871 was published on 2024-11-22 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:gdata-software:total_security:25.5.15.21:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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