CVE-2024-7562 Details
Description
A potential elevated privilege issue has been reported with InstallShield built Standalone MSI setups having multiple InstallScript custom actions configured. All supported versions (InstallShield 2023 R2, InstallShield 2022 R2 and InstallShield 2021 R2) are affected by this issue.
A privilege escalation vulnerability has been identified in InstallShield versions 2023 R2, 2022 R2, and 2021 R2. The issue arises in standalone MSI setups that include multiple InstallScript custom actions. During the execution of these custom actions, a temporary directory is created to handle 64-bit redirections. However, due to an incorrect DLL search order, the process can reference already deleted temporary directories. This flaw allows a non-administrative user to recreate the directory, place a malicious DLL, and escalate privileges by having the InstallShield process load the tampered DLL.
Users can upgrade to InstallShield 2024 R1, available for download in the Product and License Center, to address this vulnerability. This version enables a safe DLL search mode in EXE files, where applicable.
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
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Assessed Jun 12, 2025CISA-ADP
Assessed Jun 12, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://community.revenera.com/s/article/cve-2024-7562-privilege-escalation-vulnerability-in-created-msi-packages | [email protected] | AdvisoryRemedyVendor |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-379 | Creation of Temporary File in Directory with Insecure Permissions | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| Revenera InstallShield | InstallShield 2023 R2 InstallShield 2022 R2 InstallShield 2021 R2 |
CPE
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Change History
3 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 12, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |
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