Description

A kernel handle leak issue in ProcObsrvesx.sys 4.0.0.49 in MicroWorld Technologies Inc eScan Antivirus could allow privilege escalation for low-privileged users.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

7.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

References

Other References

https://northwave-cybersecurity.com/vulnerability-notice-escan-antivirus https://www.escanav.com/en/index.asp https://northwave-cybersecurity.com/vulnerability-notice-escan-antivirus https://www.escanav.com/en/index.asp

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-28519? +

A kernel handle leak issue in ProcObsrvesx.sys 4.0.0.49 in MicroWorld Technologies Inc eScan Antivirus could allow privilege escalation for low-privileged users. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2024-28519? +

CVE-2024-28519 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.8 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-28519? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.