{"description":"Trending threats, MITRE ATT\u0026CK coverage, and detection metadata — refreshed continuously.","feed_url":"https://feed.craftedsignal.io/tags/agent/","home_page_url":"https://feed.craftedsignal.io/","items":[{"_cs_actors":[],"_cs_cves":[{"cvss":7.8,"id":"CVE-2026-41220"},{"cvss":7.8,"id":"CVE-2026-41952"}],"_cs_exploited":false,"_cs_products":["Cyber Protect Cloud Agent"],"_cs_severities":["high"],"_cs_tags":["privilege-escalation","acronis","agent"],"_cs_type":"advisory","_cs_vendors":["Acronis"],"content_html":"\u003cp\u003eMultiple vulnerabilities exist within the Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud Agent that could allow an authenticated attacker, either locally or remotely, to escalate their privileges. The vulnerabilities are within the core functionality of the Acronis agent, and successful exploitation could lead to elevated access within the target system. The advisory does not specify the exact nature of the vulnerabilities, but the potential impact of privilege escalation is significant for defenders, as it allows attackers to perform actions they would normally be restricted from doing, such as installing software, modifying data, and accessing sensitive information.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"attack-chain\"\u003eAttack Chain\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn attacker gains initial access to a system with a valid, but low-privileged, account. This could be achieved through phishing, compromised credentials, or other means.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker identifies a vulnerable version of the Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud Agent running on the system.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker leverages one of the unspecified vulnerabilities within the Acronis agent through local interaction with the Acronis agent service.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuccessful exploitation of the vulnerability allows the attacker to bypass access controls and execute code with elevated privileges.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker uses their newly acquired privileges to install malicious software, such as a keylogger or remote access trojan.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker uses their privileges to access sensitive data, such as user credentials, financial records, or intellectual property.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker establishes persistence on the system by creating a new privileged account or modifying existing system configurations.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker uses the compromised system as a pivot point to further compromise other systems within the network.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"impact\"\u003eImpact\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuccessful exploitation of these vulnerabilities could allow attackers to gain complete control over affected systems. The number of potential victims is widespread, as Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud Agent is used by numerous organizations for data protection and backup purposes. If an attacker successfully escalates privileges, they can steal sensitive data, install malware, disrupt critical services, and compromise the entire network. The consequences could include significant financial losses, reputational damage, and legal liabilities.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"recommendation\"\u003eRecommendation\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor for suspicious processes spawned by the Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud Agent that do not align with normal activity.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImplement the Sigma rule \u003ccode\u003eSuspiciousAcronisChildProcess\u003c/code\u003e to detect unusual child processes spawned by the Acronis agent.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvestigate any unauthorized modifications to system configurations or user accounts, particularly those performed by the Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud Agent using the \u003ccode\u003eRegistryModificationByAcronis\u003c/code\u003e Sigma rule.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply the latest patches and updates to Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud Agent as soon as they become available from the vendor.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n","date_modified":"2026-04-30T10:19:14Z","date_published":"2026-04-30T10:19:14Z","id":"/briefs/2026-05-acronis-privesc/","summary":"Multiple vulnerabilities in Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud Agent can be exploited by a local or remote, authenticated attacker to escalate privileges.","title":"Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud Agent Multiple Vulnerabilities Allow Privilege Escalation","url":"https://feed.craftedsignal.io/briefs/2026-05-acronis-privesc/"}],"language":"en","title":"CraftedSignal Threat Feed — Agent","version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1.1"}