CVE-2019-16896 describes an arbitrary file write vulnerability in K7 Ultimate Security version 16.0.0117, specifically within the K7BKCExt.dll backup module. This flaw allows a local, low-privileged attacker to exploit improper administrative privilege validation through a symbolic link attack during file restoration. Rated 7.8 HIGH, the vulnerability could lead to high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. There is no evidence of active exploitation, public exploit code, or significant community discussion surrounding this CVE.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
16.0.0117CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:k7computing:k7_ultimate_security:16.0.0117:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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