High severity7.8NVD Advisory· Published Feb 5, 2026· Updated Apr 15, 2026

CVE-2019-25283

Description

Shrew Soft VPN Client 2.2.2 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability that allows local users to execute arbitrary code with elevated system privileges. Attackers can place malicious executables in the unquoted service path to gain elevated access during service startup or system reboot.

Patches

No patches discovered yet.

Vulnerability mechanics

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References

www.exploit-db.com/exploits/47660nvd
www.shrew.netnvd
www.vulncheck.com/advisories/shrew-soft-vpn-client-iked-unquoted-service-pathnvd

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