Is CVE-2024-4454 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2024-4454 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2024-4454 be exploited remotely?

No. CVE-2024-4454 requires local access to exploit.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-4454?

CVE-2024-4454 has a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2024-4454

CWE-59Published: May 22, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

7.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

WithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of WithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection. User interaction on the part of an administrator is required to exploit this vulnerability.

The specific flaw exists within the WithSecure plugin hosting service. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to create a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-23035.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2024-4454 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 7.8.