PatchTheCVECVE-2024-1867: G DATA Total Security Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
CVE-2024-1867 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting total security. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
G DATA Total Security Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of G DATA Total Security. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the G DATA Backup Service. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the servi
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 66%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-59 |
| Published | 2024-11-22 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2024-1867?
total security: upgrade to 25.5.17.355. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-1867 being exploited?
CVE-2024-1867 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2024-1867 affect?
CVE-2024-1867 affects total security. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). G DATA Total Security Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of G DATA Total Security. An attacker must first obtain the ability to
How urgent is CVE-2024-1867?
Priority 36/100. High severity
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