Description
Parallels RAS Client RDP Backend Service Exposed Dangerous Function Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Parallels RAS Client. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability.

The specific flaw exists within the RAS RDP Backend Service. The issue results from an exposed dangerous function. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-28885.
Published: 2026-08-20
Score: 7.8 High
EPSS: n/a
KEV: No
Impact: n/a
Action: n/a
AI Analysis

Impact

The flaw enables a local attacker to elevate privileges within the RAS RDP Backend Service. The exposed function is callable by low‑privileged code and allows the attacker to execute arbitrary code as SYSTEM. Even though initial access is required, once obtained the attacker could bypass all system controls. This is a classic unchecked input flaw leading to full system compromise.

Affected Systems

The vulnerability affects Parallels RAS Client installations that include the RDP Backend Service. No specific version numbers are documented, so all deployments using this component should be considered at risk.

Risk and Exploitability

The CVSS score of 7.8 indicates a high severity. EPSS is not available, and the vulnerability is not in CISA KEV. Because the exploit requires local code execution, the attack surface is limited to users with some degree of local access. Nevertheless, once the attacker gains that foothold, the risk of system compromise is significant.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on August 20, 2026 at 19:47 UTC.

Remediation

No vendor fix or workaround currently provided.

OpenCVE Recommended Actions

  • Install the latest Parallels RAS Client security update that mitigates the exposed function.
  • Disable or restrict the RAS RDP Backend Service if it is not required for operations.
  • Apply local authority controls to limit low‑privileged code execution and monitor for suspicious activity.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on August 20, 2026 at 19:47 UTC.

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History

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:45:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Description Parallels RAS Client RDP Backend Service Exposed Dangerous Function Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Parallels RAS Client. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the RAS RDP Backend Service. The issue results from an exposed dangerous function. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-28885.
Title Parallels RAS Client RDP Backend Service Exposed Dangerous Function Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Weaknesses CWE-749
References
Metrics cvssV3_0

{'score': 7.8, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H'}


Subscriptions

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cve-icon MITRE

Status: PUBLISHED

Assigner: zdi

Published:

Updated: 2026-08-20T16:25:54.455Z

Reserved: 2026-07-29T16:57:03.365Z

Link: CVE-2026-18262

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Status : Received

Published: 2026-08-20T17:17:22.653

Modified: 2026-08-20T17:17:22.653

Link: CVE-2026-18262

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No data.

cve-icon OpenCVE Enrichment

Updated: 2026-08-20T20:00:05Z

Weaknesses
  • CWE-749

    Exposed Dangerous Method or Function