CVE-2023-38175: Microsoft Windows Defender Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Published Aug 8, 2023
·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
Remediation
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
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.