Description
An exploitable code execution vulnerability exists in the connect functionality of NordVPN 6.14.28.0. A specially crafted configuration file can cause a privilege escalation, resulting in the execution of arbitrary commands with system privileges.
Metrics
CVSS 3.1 8.8/10
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:HWeakness enumeration
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Talos | NordVPN | NordVPN 6.14.28.0 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105312Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2018-0622Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105312Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2018-0622Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Sep 7, 2018
- Last modified
- Jun 17, 2026
- NVD status
- Modified