CVE-2021-4480
High
Description
Dräger Protector Software prior to version 6.4.2 contains a local privilege escalation vulnerability due to insecure file system permissions that allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges. Attackers can replace binaries or loaded modules on the host system to execute code with NT SYSTEM privileges.
SeverityHigh
CVSS8.2
Exploit probability—
ProductProtector Software
PublishedJun 2, 2026
First seenJun 2, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-732CWE-732
How to fix
Update
- Dräger Protector Software6.4.2 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Dräger Protector Software | v < 6.4.2 | 6.4.2 |
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