CVE-2023-27792 in EasyInstall
Summary
by MITRE • 10/25/2023
An issue found in IXP Data Easy Install v.6.6.14884.0 allows an attacker to escalate privileges via lack of permissions applied to sub directories.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/23/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2023-27792 affects IXP Data Easy Install version 6.6.14884.0 and represents a critical privilege escalation flaw stemming from inadequate permission controls within the software's directory structure. This issue manifests when the application fails to properly enforce access controls on subdirectories, creating potential pathways for unauthorized users to gain elevated system privileges. The vulnerability exists at the core of the software's file system access management, where proper least privilege principles are not adequately enforced across nested directory hierarchies. Security researchers have identified that this weakness can be exploited by malicious actors who possess basic access to the system or application, allowing them to move laterally and escalate their privileges to higher administrative levels.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through the manipulation of file system permissions within the application's directory structure. When subdirectories lack proper access controls, attackers can potentially traverse these paths and gain access to resources that should be restricted to authorized users only. This flaw directly relates to CWE-276, which describes inadequate file permissions, and represents a classic example of insufficient access control implementation. The vulnerability's impact extends beyond simple unauthorized access, as it creates opportunities for attackers to execute arbitrary code, modify critical system files, or establish persistent backdoors within the affected environment. The specific implementation details suggest that the application's permission model does not adequately validate access requests to nested directories, allowing privilege escalation through directory traversal techniques.
The operational impact of CVE-2023-27792 can be severe for organizations relying on IXP Data Easy Install for their infrastructure management. Systems running affected versions may experience complete compromise, with attackers potentially gaining root or administrative privileges that enable full control over the affected servers or workstations. This vulnerability particularly affects environments where the application is deployed with elevated privileges, as the privilege escalation can lead to complete system takeover. The attack surface expands significantly when considering that the vulnerability may be exploited through various attack vectors including web interfaces, command line tools, or network-based exploitation methods. Organizations using this software in production environments face potential data breaches, system outages, and compliance violations that could result in substantial financial and reputational damage.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2023-27792 should focus on immediate remediation through software updates provided by the vendor, as well as implementing temporary workarounds to restrict access to affected directories. System administrators should conduct thorough permission audits to identify and correct improper access controls within the application's directory structure, ensuring that proper access control lists are implemented for all subdirectories. The implementation of principle of least privilege should be enforced across all directory structures, with regular monitoring and review of access controls to prevent unauthorized privilege escalation. Organizations should also consider implementing network segmentation and access controls to limit exposure of systems running vulnerable versions. Security controls such as intrusion detection systems and file integrity monitoring can help detect exploitation attempts, while regular security assessments should be conducted to identify similar permission-related vulnerabilities within the broader system infrastructure. This vulnerability highlights the critical importance of proper access control implementation and the need for comprehensive security testing of directory permission models in enterprise software deployments.