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CVE-2023-0975

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Published: Apr 3, 2023Modified: Jun 17, 2026

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7.8
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Exploitability: 1.8 / Impact: 5.9
Source: NVD

Description

A vulnerability exists in Trellix Agent for Windows version 5.7.8 and earlier, that allows local users, during install/upgrade workflow, to replace one of the Agent’s executables before it can be executed. This allows the user to elevate their permissions.

Affected (1)

Products: Trellix: Agent
Trellix
1 product
Agent
Configuration A
1 vulnerable · 1 platform
Vulnerable SoftwareAffected Versions
Agent
Up to 5.7.8
Running on/withPlatform Versions
Microsoft
Windows
All versions

Related CWEs

CWE-281
Improper Preservation of Permissions
The product does not preserve permissions or incorrectly preserves permissions when copying, restoring, or sharing objects, which can cause them to have less restrictive permissions than intended.

References (2)

Source: trellixpsirt@trellix.com
Vendor Advisory
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
Vendor Advisory

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