CVE-2018-10172

Published Apr 16, 2018 CVSS 3.0 · 8.8 High EPSS < 1% KEV · Not listed
Description
7-Zip through 18.01 on Windows implements the "Large memory pages" option by calling the LsaAddAccountRights function to add the SeLockMemoryPrivilege privilege to the user's account, which makes it easier for attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by using this privilege in the context of a sandboxed process. Note: This has been disputed by 3rd parties who argue this is a valid feature of Windows.

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EUVD EUVD EUVD-2018-2250 7-Zip through 18.01 on Windows implements the "Large memory pages" option by calling the LsaAddAccountRights function to add the SeLockMemoryPrivilege privilege to the user's account, which makes it easier for attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by using this privilege in the context of a sandboxed process. Note: This has been disputed by 3rd parties who argue this is a valid feature of Windows.
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Status
PUBLISHED
Assigner
mitre
Published
Updated
Aug 5, 2024, 7:32 AM
Reserved
Apr 16, 2018, 12:00 AM
Status
Modified
Published
Apr 16, 2018, 10:29 PM
Modified
Jun 17, 2026, 1:33 AM