CVE-2019-13357 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

Total Defense Anti-virus 9.0.0.773 contains a vulnerability that allows local attackers to exploit resource acquisition from an untrusted search path, potentially leading to code execution.

Understanding CVE-2019-13357

Total Defense Anti-virus 9.0.0.773 vulnerability enables attackers to take control of specific files, potentially resulting in code execution at the SYSTEM level.

What is CVE-2019-13357?

The vulnerability in Total Defense Anti-virus 9.0.0.773 allows local attackers to exploit resource acquisition from an untrusted search path, leading to potential code execution.

The Impact of CVE-2019-13357

Local attackers can exploit the vulnerability to take control of ccGUIFrm.dll, potentially resulting in code execution.
Execution of the affected executable by the ccSchedulerSVC service can lead to code execution at the SYSTEM level.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-13357

Total Defense Anti-virus 9.0.0.773 vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to exploit resource acquisition from an untrusted search path, potentially leading to code execution.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Total Defense Anti-virus 9.0.0.773
Vendor: Total Defense
Version: 9.0.0.773

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit the vulnerability through caschelp.exe to take control of ccGUIFrm.dll, potentially achieving code execution at the SYSTEM level.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2019-13357.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Total Defense Anti-virus to the latest version.
Monitor system activity for any suspicious behavior.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement least privilege access controls.
Regularly update and patch all software and applications.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches provided by Total Defense promptly.