CVE-2023-26278: IBM QRadar WinCollect Agent privilege escalation

Published May 8, 2023
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Updated

IBM QRadar WinCollect Agent 10.0 through 10.1.3 could allow a local authenticated attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 248158.

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IBM QRadar WinCollect Agent could allow a local authenticated attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system.

IBM QRadar WinCollect Agent privilege escalation

Affected Software

4 affected components
IBM QRadar WinCollect Agent<=10.0 - 10.1.3
IBM QRadar WinCollect Agent<=10.0
IBM QRadar WinCollect Agent<=10.1.3
IBM QRadar Wincollect>=10.0<=10.1.3

Event History

May 8, 2023
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
May 30, 2023
Advisory Published
12:00 AM
May 31, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:05 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
08:15 PM
Description

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-26278?

CVE-2023-26278 is a vulnerability in IBM QRadar WinCollect Agent that allows a local authenticated attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system.

2

How does CVE-2023-26278 affect IBM QRadar WinCollect Agent?

CVE-2023-26278 affects IBM QRadar WinCollect Agent versions 10.0 through 10.1.3.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2023-26278?

CVE-2023-26278 has a severity score of 8.2 (high).

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-26278?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2023-26278 by being authenticated and gaining local access to the affected system.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2023-26278?

Yes, IBM has released a fix for CVE-2023-26278. It is recommended to update to a fixed version of IBM QRadar WinCollect Agent.

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