CVE-2023-38175: Microsoft Windows Defender Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Published Aug 8, 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<1.1.23060.3001

Event History

Aug 8, 2023
CVE Published
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:08 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:08 PM
DescriptionSeverity
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-38175?

CVE-2023-38175 is a vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Defender that allows an attacker to elevate their privileges on the system.

2

How severe is CVE-2023-38175?

CVE-2023-38175 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is considered high.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2023-38175?

Microsoft Windows Defender Antimalware Platform version up to 1.1.23060.3001 is affected by CVE-2023-38175.

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-38175?

To fix CVE-2023-38175, it is recommended to update to the latest version of Microsoft Windows Defender Antimalware Platform. You can find the necessary updates on the official Microsoft website.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-38175?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-38175 on the Microsoft Security Response Center's website.

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