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CVE-2021-27241

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Published: Mar 29, 2021Modified: Jun 17, 2026

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6.1
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:H
Exploitability: 1.8 / Impact: 4.2
Source: NVD

Description

This vulnerability allows local attackers to delete arbitrary directories on affected installations of Avast Premium Security 20.8.2429 (Build 20.8.5653.561). An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the AvastSvc.exe module. By creating a directory junction, an attacker can abuse the service to delete a directory. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to create a denial-of-service condition on the system. Was ZDI-CAN-12082.

Affected (1)

1 product
Premium Security
Configuration A
1 vulnerable
Vulnerable SoftwareAffected Versions
Version 20.8.2429

References (2)

Source: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry

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