CVE-2019-15295 : What You Need to Know

Bitdefender Antivirus Free 2020 ServiceInstance.dll Library Untrusted Search Path Vulnerability

Understanding CVE-2019-15295

What is CVE-2019-15295?

The ServiceInstance.dll library versions 1.0.15.119 and earlier, used in Bitdefender Antivirus Free 2020 versions before 1.0.15.138, contain an Untrusted Search Path vulnerability. This flaw allows attackers to load a DLL file of their choice from the search path.

The Impact of CVE-2019-15295

This vulnerability could be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to privilege escalation or system compromise.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-15295

Vulnerability Description

The Untrusted Search Path vulnerability in ServiceInstance.dll library versions 1.0.15.119 and lower, present in Bitdefender Antivirus Free 2020 versions prior to 1.0.15.138, permits loading of arbitrary DLL files from the search path.

Affected Systems and Versions

ServiceInstance.dll library versions 1.0.15.119 and earlier
Bitdefender Antivirus Free 2020 versions preceding 1.0.15.138

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to load a malicious DLL file from the search path, potentially leading to unauthorized code execution.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Bitdefender Antivirus Free 2020 to version 1.0.15.138 or later
Monitor for any suspicious activities on the system

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update antivirus software and security patches
Implement least privilege access controls to limit potential damage

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates provided by Bitdefender to address the Untrusted Search Path vulnerability.