Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

This document addresses the specific challenges associated with the privilege escalation vulnerability in Endpoint Central agent.

Severity: High
Attack Vector: Local
Fixed build:
For versions 11.3.2416.18 or below, upgrade to version 11.3.2416.20
For versions 11.3.2428.02 or below, upgrade to 11.3.2428.04
Release date: 30-Aug-2024
Reported by: Krzysztof via ZohoCorp Bug bounty program

What was the problem?

Under certain conditions, a standard user can exploit the Device Temporary Access tool by interacting with its service to launch it with SYSTEM privileges, enabling further privilege escalation.

How to fix it?

Upgrading to the latest version is strongly advised due to this vulnerability's severity. To upgrade, follow the below steps:

  1. Login to the Endpoint Central console, and click on your current build number in the top right corner.
  2. You'll be able to find the latest build applicable to you. Download the PPM and update.

For any further questions or concerns about this, please write to our support team.