What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2023-0975.

What is the severity of CVE-2023-0975?

The severity of CVE-2023-0975 is high.

What is the affected software for CVE-2023-0975?

The affected software for CVE-2023-0975 is Trellix Agent for Windows version 5.7.8 and earlier.

How does CVE-2023-0975 affect users?

CVE-2023-0975 allows local users to replace one of the Agent's executables during the install/upgrade workflow, enabling them to elevate their permissions.

Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2023-0975?

No, Microsoft Windows is not affected by CVE-2023-0975.

How can I fix CVE-2023-0975?

To fix CVE-2023-0975, it is recommended to update to a version of Trellix Agent for Windows that is newer than 5.7.8.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-0975?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-0975 [here](https://kcm.trellix.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10396).

What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2023-0975?

The CWE ID for CVE-2023-0975 is CWE-281.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-0975

high

8.2

CWE

281

3/4/2023

2/8/2024

CVE-2023-0975

First published: Mon Apr 03 2023(Updated: )

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.

Credit: trellixpsirt@trellix.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Trellix Agent	<=5.7.8
Microsoft Windows

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Reference Links

https://kcm.trellix.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10396

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2023-0975.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-0975?
The severity of CVE-2023-0975 is high.
What is the affected software for CVE-2023-0975?
The affected software for CVE-2023-0975 is Trellix Agent for Windows version 5.7.8 and earlier.
How does CVE-2023-0975 affect users?
CVE-2023-0975 allows local users to replace one of the Agent's executables during the install/upgrade workflow, enabling them to elevate their permissions.
Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2023-0975?
No, Microsoft Windows is not affected by CVE-2023-0975.
How can I fix CVE-2023-0975?
To fix CVE-2023-0975, it is recommended to update to a version of Trellix Agent for Windows that is newer than 5.7.8.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-0975?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-0975 [here](https://kcm.trellix.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10396).
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2023-0975?
The CWE ID for CVE-2023-0975 is CWE-281.

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