CVE-2019-1010163 in Photo 2 Video Converter
Summary
by MITRE
Socusoft Co Photo 2 Video Converter 8.0.0 is affected by: Buffer Overflow - Local shell-code execution and Denial of Service. The impact is: Local privilege escalation (dependant upon conditions), shell code execution and denial-of-service. The component is: pdmlog.dll library. The attack vector is: The attacker must have access to local system (either directly, or remotley).
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/12/2020
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2019-1010163 affects Socusoft Co Photo 2 Video Converter version 8.0.0 and represents a critical buffer overflow condition within the pdmlog.dll library component. This type of vulnerability falls under the Common Weakness Enumeration category CWE-121, which specifically addresses stack-based buffer overflow conditions that can lead to arbitrary code execution. The flaw exists within the software's logging functionality where insufficient bounds checking allows malicious input to overwrite adjacent memory locations, potentially enabling attackers to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the affected application.
The attack vector for this vulnerability requires local system access, meaning an attacker must already have the ability to execute code on the target system either through direct physical access, remote desktop sessions, or other means of local execution. This local requirement reduces the attack surface but does not eliminate the severity of the issue, as local privilege escalation opportunities can still result in system compromise. The vulnerability manifests through the pdmlog.dll library which handles logging operations for the photo to video conversion process, making it particularly dangerous as it can be triggered during normal software operation when processing user input or log data.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple denial of service to include potential local privilege escalation and shell code execution capabilities. When exploited, the buffer overflow can allow attackers to execute malicious code with the elevated privileges of the running application, potentially leading to complete system compromise. The vulnerability's severity is further compounded by its potential for local privilege escalation, which according to ATT&CK framework category T1068, represents a significant escalation path for attackers who have already gained initial access to a system. The combination of local code execution and privilege escalation capabilities makes this vulnerability particularly dangerous in environments where users may have elevated privileges or where the software runs with administrative rights.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should focus on immediate software updates and patches provided by the vendor, as well as implementing additional security controls such as application whitelisting and runtime application control. System administrators should also consider implementing the principle of least privilege, ensuring that the photo to video converter application runs with minimal required privileges rather than administrative rights. Network segmentation and access controls should be reviewed to limit potential attack vectors, while regular security assessments should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other software components. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of proper input validation and bounds checking in software development, particularly for libraries that handle user data or system logging operations, aligning with ATT&CK technique T1070 which emphasizes the importance of application security in preventing privilege escalation attacks.