CVE-2023-36631 Missing authorization in n/a
Local unprivileged users can bypass Windows Firewall restrictions via the application interface, though the vendor considers this intended behavior.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2023-36631?
CVE-2023-36631 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 26 Jun 2023. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Lack of access control in wfc.exe in Malwarebytes Binisoft Windows Firewall Control 6.9.2.0 allows local unprivileged users to bypass Windows Firewall restrictions via the user interface's rules tab. NOTE: the vendor's perspective is "this is intended behavior as the application can be locked using a password."
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-36631?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Malwarebytes Binisoft Windows Firewall Control.
How do I fix CVE-2023-36631?
No fix has been published for CVE-2023-36631 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.
Is CVE-2023-36631 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2023-36631 exists.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-3652-93x3-2rrr.