Is CVE-2024-6153 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2024-6153 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2024-6153 be exploited remotely?

No. CVE-2024-6153 requires local access to exploit.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-6153?

CVE-2024-6153 has a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2024-6153

CWE-693Published: June 20, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

7.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Parallels Desktop Updater Protection Mechanism Failure Software Downgrade Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to downgrade Parallels software on affected installations of Parallels Desktop. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target host system in order to exploit this vulnerability.

The specific flaw exists within the Updater service. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of version information before performing an update. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-19481.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2024-6153 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires low privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

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.