CVE-2023-3438

Description

An unquoted Windows search path vulnerability existed in the install the MOVE 4.10.x and earlier Windows install service (mvagtsce.exe). The misconfiguration allowed an unauthorized local user to insert arbitrary code into the unquoted service path to obtain privilege escalation and stop antimalware services.

Category

4.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory trellix.com
Affected: Trellix Trellix Move
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-3438?
CVE-2023-3438 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-3438?
To fix CVE-2023-3438, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-3438 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-3438 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-3438?
CVE-2023-3438 affects Trellix Trellix Move.
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