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GeoVision GV-Edge Recording Manager Improper Permissions Privilege Escalation

CVE advisorySeverity: CRITICAL (CVSS 9.8)

CVE-2023-23059

The vulnerability involves improper permissions within a local Windows installation of client-side software. Privilege escalation in this context requires pre-existing local access to the system where the application is installed, making it inherently local rather than an internet-facing service.

Geovision Gv Edge Recording Manager

2.2.3.0

Halo Surface Signal: 1 out of 5 — much less likely to be public-facing.

External exposure likelihood

Horizon Alert

Summary of the vulnerability and why it matters

This vulnerability affects GeoVision GV-Edge Recording Manager software, specifically concerning improper permissions in its default installation. It could allow unauthorized individuals to execute code and gain higher system privileges, a significant concern for any organization using this technology.

Software has weak access controls.
Enables unauthorized system access.
Confirm relevance and exposure.

Attack Path

How an attacker could exploit the issue

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by targeting a vulnerable installation of GeoVision GV-Edge Recording Manager. The issue stems from improper permissions in the default setup, which attackers can leverage to execute arbitrary code and elevate their privileges on the affected system.

Requires unauthenticated network access.
Triggered by default installation permissions.
Leads to code execution and privilege escalation.

Live Threat

Current exploitation, exposure, and threat context

This vulnerability could allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code and gain elevated privileges on the Windows system where GeoVision GV-Edge Recording Manager is installed, provided the default installation's improper permissions are exploited.

Arbitrary code execution and privilege escalation.
Exploits default installation flaws.
Compromised system access and control.

Operational Fix

Recommended remediation, mitigation, and detection steps

Real-world mitigation for this vulnerability likely involves the system owners or infrastructure teams responsible for the GeoVision GV-Edge Recording Manager installations. The first practical step is to identify all instances of this software, confirm their reachability and business criticality, and then assign an accountable owner for remediation planning based on the assessed risk.

Identify affected systems and owners.
Verify reachability and business criticality.
Plan remediation based on risk assessment.

Supplementary metadata

CVSS vector

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Frequently asked questions

What is GeoVision GV-Edge Recording Manager?

It is a Windows-based software application designed to manage surveillance video and recording devices. Users deploy it to centralize the monitoring and storage of footage from various cameras, making it a critical component in security infrastructure. The software acts as a management hub, connecting to recording hardware to ensure data is properly saved and accessible for review.

What does CWE-276 mean for CVE-2023-23059?

CWE-276 refers to incorrect default file or directory permissions. In this case, the software is installed with settings that are too permissive, meaning files are not sufficiently locked down. This weakness allows unauthorized users to modify or replace application files, ultimately enabling them to run their own malicious programs with the same high-level rights as the software itself.

How is this vulnerability triggered?

The flaw is triggered by the improper permissions set during the software's default installation process. Importantly, the vulnerability is not triggered by normal, day-to-day use of the recording features. Instead, it requires an attacker to interact with the incorrectly configured file system on the Windows machine where the software resides to gain unauthorized control.

Is this CVE a risk to my internet-facing systems?

Halo Surface Signal indicates that this issue is very unlikely to be an internet-facing threat. Because the vulnerability relies on improper permissions within a local Windows installation, an attacker generally needs pre-existing local access to the system to exploit it. It is not a remotely reachable service flaw, making it primarily a concern for internal system security rather than public-facing infrastructure.

What should I do first if I use this software?

Start by performing an inventory of all systems in your environment that have this software installed. Once you have a complete list, verify which machines are most critical to your operations and confirm who owns or manages those specific devices. This foundation allows you to assess risk effectively and prioritize the necessary steps to secure or restrict the software installations.

References

Written by Nicholas Merritt

Nicholas Merritt is VP of Security Solutions at Halo Security. With more than 25 years across application security, vulnerability prioritization, and offensive security, he helps teams translate threat data into practical exposure validation and remediation focus. He authors Halo Threat Intelligence CVE advisories using Halo Surface Signal and H/A/L/O context to prioritize internet-facing risk.