CVE-2021-35523: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2021-35523: Securepoint SSL VPN Client v2 before 2.0.32 on Windows has unsafe configuration handling that enables local...

Securepoint SSL VPN Client v2 before 2.0.32 on Windows has unsafe configuration handling that enables local privilege escalation to NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM. A non-privileged local user can modify the OpenVPN configuration stored under "%APPDATA%\Securepoint SSL VPN" and add a external script file that is executed as privileged user.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 4, 2024, 00:40 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This flaw lets a local, low-privileged Windows user turn Securepoint SSL VPN Client into a path to NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM. It matters mainly after an attacker already has access to an endpoint, because it can convert a limited foothold into full machine control. Windows endpoints running Securepoint SSL VPN Client v2 earlier than 2.0.32 are the relevant exposure. The source bundle does not identify other affected products or platforms. Treat this as important endpoint hardening. It is most urgent where Securepoint VPN is deployed on privileged-user workstations or shared systems, because successful abuse can give full local control. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Securepoint SSL VPN Client v2 to 2.0.32 or later.; Check Securepoint’s advisory for any additional vendor-specific remediation guidance.; Prioritize endpoints used by administrators or remote-access users..

Prepared: Jun 2, 2026, 19:19 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 28, 2021, 16:51 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://github.com/Securepoint/openvpn-client/security/advisories/GHSA-v8p8-4w8f-qh34CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
https://bogner.sh/2021/04/local-privilege-escalation-in-securepoint-ssl-vpn-client-2-0-30/CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC

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