CVE-2023-5847
First published: Wed Nov 01 2023(Updated: )
Under certain conditions, a low privileged attacker could load a specially crafted file during installation or upgrade to escalate privileges on Windows and Linux hosts.
Credit: vulnreport@tenable.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Tenable Nessus | <10.6.2 | |
| Tenable Nessus Agent | <10.4.3 | |
| Linux Linux kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-5847?
CVE-2023-5847 is a vulnerability that allows an attacker to escalate privileges on Windows and Linux hosts during installation or upgrade.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-5847?
CVE-2023-5847 has a severity score of 7.3, which is classified as high.
Which software is affected by CVE-2023-5847?
The vulnerability affects Tenable Nessus versions up to 10.6.2 and Tenable Nessus Agent versions up to 10.4.3.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-5847?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2023-5847 by loading a specially crafted file during the installation or upgrade process.
Are Windows and Linux vulnerable to CVE-2023-5847?
Windows and Linux hosts are vulnerable to CVE-2023-5847, but the Linux kernel and Microsoft Windows themselves are not vulnerable.
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