CVE-2023-33156: Microsoft Defender Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Published Jul 11, 2023
·Updated
Microsoft Defender Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Affected Software
2 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Malware Protection Engine<1.1.23050.3
Microsoft Malware Protection Engine<1.1.23050.3
1.1.23050.3
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 1.1.23050.3
Event History
Jul 11, 2023
CVE Published
07:00 AM
Data Sourced
07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Description
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:03 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:03 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2023-33156?
CVE-2023-33156 is a vulnerability known as Microsoft Defender Elevation of Privilege.
2
What software is affected by CVE-2023-33156?
The affected software includes Microsoft Malware Protection Engine versions up to 1.1.23050.3.
3
What is the severity level of CVE-2023-33156?
CVE-2023-33156 has a severity level of high.
4
How can I fix CVE-2023-33156?
To fix CVE-2023-33156, update to the latest version of Microsoft Malware Protection Engine. Visit the provided Microsoft Remediation Guide for more details.
5
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-33156?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-33156 in the Microsoft Security Response Center's update guide.