PatchTheCVECVE-2024-6153: Parallels Desktop Updater Protection Mechanism Failure Software Downgrade Vulnerability
CVE-2024-6153 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting parallels desktop. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Parallels Desktop Updater Protection Mechanism Failure Software Downgrade Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to downgrade Parallels software on affected installations of Parallels Desktop. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target host system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the Updater service. The issue results from the lack of proper vali
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 | 0.3% (top 78%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-693 |
| Published | 2024-06-20 |
| 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-2024-6153?
parallels desktop: upgrade to 18.1.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-6153 being exploited?
CVE-2024-6153 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-2024-6153 affect?
CVE-2024-6153 affects parallels desktop. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). Parallels Desktop Updater Protection Mechanism Failure Software Downgrade Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to downgrade Parallels software on affected installations of Parallels Desktop. An attacker must first obtain
How urgent is CVE-2024-6153?
Priority 33/100. High severity
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