CVE-2023-36422: Microsoft Windows Defender Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Published Nov 14, 2023
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Updated

Microsoft Windows Defender Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Windows Defender Antimalware Platform
Microsoft Windows Defender<4.18.23100.2009

Event History

Nov 14, 2023
CVE Published
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:57 PM
DescriptionSeverity
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-36422?

CVE-2023-36422 refers to the Microsoft Windows Defender Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-36422?

The severity of CVE-2023-36422 is high, with a severity value of 7.8.

3

How does CVE-2023-36422 affect Microsoft Windows Defender Antimalware Platform?

CVE-2023-36422 affects Microsoft Windows Defender Antimalware Platform.

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-36422?

To fix CVE-2023-36422, it is recommended to update Windows Defender Antimalware Platform to the latest version provided by Microsoft.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-36422?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-36422 on the Microsoft Security Response Center website.

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