CVE-2024-29404
📋 TL;DR
This vulnerability in Razer Synapse 3 allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code via the export parameter in the Chroma Effects function. Attackers can exploit this to gain elevated privileges and potentially take full control of affected systems. Users of Razer Synapse 3 software on Windows systems are affected.
💻 Affected Systems
- Razer Synapse 3
- Razer Synapse 3 App
⚠️ 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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- Review the CVE details at NVD
- 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
Full system compromise with administrative privileges, allowing installation of persistent malware, data theft, and lateral movement within networks.
Likely Case
Local privilege escalation leading to unauthorized access to sensitive files, system configuration changes, and potential credential harvesting.
If Mitigated
Limited impact if proper application whitelisting and least privilege principles are enforced, though local code execution may still occur.
🎯 Exploit Status
Exploit requires local access to the system and knowledge of the vulnerability. Proof-of-concept code is publicly available on GitHub.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Versions after Razer Synapse 3 v.3.9.131.20813 and Synapse 3 App v.20240213
Vendor Advisory: https://www.razer.com/synapse-3
Restart Required: No
Instructions:
1. Open Razer Synapse 3. 2. Check for updates in settings. 3. Install available updates. 4. Verify version is newer than affected versions.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Disable Razer Synapse 3
WindowsTemporarily disable or uninstall Razer Synapse 3 until patching is possible
Uninstall via Windows Settings > Apps > Razer Synapse 3 > Uninstall
Remove User Permissions
allRestrict standard user permissions to prevent exploitation
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Implement application whitelisting to prevent unauthorized executables from running
- Enforce least privilege principles and remove administrative rights from standard users
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check Razer Synapse 3 version in application settings or Windows Programs and FeaturesCheck Version:
Check Razer Synapse 3 > Settings > About for version informationVerify Fix Applied:
Verify installed version is newer than v.3.9.131.20813 for Synapse 3 and v.20240213 for Synapse 3 App📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual process creation from Razer Synapse executables
- Suspicious file operations in Razer Synapse directories
Network Indicators:
- Unusual outbound connections from Razer Synapse processes
SIEM Query:
Process creation where parent process contains 'Razer' or 'Synapse' and child process is suspicious executable