CVE-2024-13206
📋 TL;DR
This critical vulnerability in REVE Antivirus 1.0.0.0 on Linux involves incorrect default permissions on the /usr/local/reveantivirus/tmp/reveinstall file, allowing local attackers to potentially escalate privileges or modify system files. Only Linux systems running REVE Antivirus 1.0.0.0 are affected. The vulnerability requires local access to exploit.
💻 Affected Systems
- REVE Antivirus
⚠️ Manual Verification Required
This CVE does not have specific version information in our database, so automatic vulnerability detection cannot determine if your system is affected.
Why? The CVE database entry doesn't specify which versions are vulnerable (no version ranges provided by the vendor/NVD).
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- Check vendor security advisories for your specific version
- Test if the vulnerability is exploitable in your environment
- Consider updating to the latest version as a precaution
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Local privilege escalation leading to full system compromise, allowing attackers to install malware, steal data, or pivot to other systems.
Likely Case
Local users gaining unauthorized elevated privileges to modify antivirus configurations or system files.
If Mitigated
Limited impact with proper file permission controls and restricted local access.
🎯 Exploit Status
Exploit details are publicly available in GitHub repository. Requires local user access to execute.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: UNKNOWN
Vendor Advisory: NONE
Restart Required: No
Instructions:
No official patch available. Vendor did not respond to disclosure. Apply workarounds or consider alternative antivirus solutions.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Fix File Permissions
linuxSet secure permissions on the vulnerable file to prevent unauthorized access
sudo chmod 600 /usr/local/reveantivirus/tmp/reveinstall
sudo chown root:root /usr/local/reveantivirus/tmp/reveinstall
Remove Vulnerable File
linuxDelete the vulnerable file if not required for antivirus functionality
sudo rm -f /usr/local/reveantivirus/tmp/reveinstall
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Restrict local user access to affected systems
- Monitor file permission changes on /usr/local/reveantivirus/tmp/reveinstall
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check if file exists and has insecure permissions: ls -la /usr/local/reveantivirus/tmp/reveinstallCheck Version:
Check REVE Antivirus version if available, or verify installation directory existsVerify Fix Applied:
Verify file permissions are secure: ls -la /usr/local/reveantivirus/tmp/reveinstall should show -rw------- root root📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unauthorized access attempts to /usr/local/reveantivirus/tmp/reveinstall
- Permission changes on the vulnerable file
Network Indicators:
- N/A - Local vulnerability only
SIEM Query:
file_access AND file_path:"/usr/local/reveantivirus/tmp/reveinstall" AND NOT user:root