Description
Acer Updater Service 1.2.3500.0 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability that allows local users to execute code with elevated system privileges. Attackers can exploit the unquoted path in C:\Program Files\Acer\Acer Updater\ to inject malicious executables that will run with LocalSystem permissions during service startup.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected | Fixed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acer | Acer Updater Service | 1.2.3500.0 | — |
References
- ExploitDB-49890 exploit
- Acer Official Homepage product
- VulnCheck Advisory: Acer Updater Service 1.2.3500.0 - 'UpdaterService.exe' Unquoted Service Path third-party-advisory