Remote desktop tool distributed by Comodo enabled privilege escalation

Security software vendor Comodo has patched a security weakness in its GeekBuddy remote PC support tool that could have enabled local malware or exploits to gain admin privileges on computers.

 GeekBuddy installs a VNC (Virtual Network Computing) remote desktop service that allows Comodo technicians to connect to users’ PCs and help them troubleshoot issues or clean malware infections. The application is bundled with Comodo products like Antivirus Advanced, Internet Security Pro and Internet Security Complete. While it’s not clear exactly how many PCs currently have GeekBuddy installed, Comodo claims the tech support service has had “25 million satisfied users” so far.

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