CVE-2023-28869

CVSS 3.1 Score 6.5 of 10 (medium)

Details

Published Dec 9, 2023
Updated: Dec 12, 2023
CWE ID 59

Summary

CVE-2023-28869 is a vulnerability affecting the Support Assistant component in NCP Secure Enterprise Client versions prior to 12.22. This issue enables attackers to read the contents of arbitrary files on the operating system by creating symbolic links. By manipulating the symbolic link functionality, an attacker can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information, leading to potential security breaches and data theft. Users are advised to update their NCP Secure Enterprise Client to the latest version to mitigate this risk. This vulnerability could have serious implications for organizations, particularly those handling confidential or proprietary data, as it allows an attacker to bypass normal access controls.

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