CVE-2023-37244: automation manager (CVSS 5.3)

Description

The affected AutomationManager.AgentService.exe application contains a TOCTOU race condition vulnerability that allows standard users to create a pseudo-symlink at C:\ProgramData\N-Able Technologies\AutomationManager\Temp, which could be leveraged by an attacker to manipulate the process into performing arbitrary file deletions. We recommend upgrading to version 2.91.0.0

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CVSS v3.1 Score

5.3

MEDIUM

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

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-362 CWE-362

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
n-able	automation_manager	< 2.91.0.0
microsoft	windows	All

References

Other References

https://github.com/mandiant/Vulnerability-Disclosures/blob/master/2023/MNDT-2023-0016.md https://github.com/mandiant/Vulnerability-Disclosures/blob/master/2023/MNDT-2023-0016.md

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-37244? +

The affected AutomationManager.AgentService.exe application contains a TOCTOU race condition vulnerability that allows standard users to create a pseudo-symlink at C:\ProgramData\N-Able Technologies\AutomationManager\Temp, which could be leveraged by an attacker to manipulate the process into performing arbitrary file deletions. We recommend upgrading to version 2.91.0.0 It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 5.3 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2023-37244? +

CVE-2023-37244 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 5.3 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-37244? +

CVE-2023-37244 affects products from microsoft, n-able, specifically: automation_manager, windows. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2023-37244? +

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.

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