CVE-2023-6119

Description

An Improper Privilege Management vulnerability in Trellix GetSusp prior to version 5.0.0.27 allows a local, low privilege attacker to gain access to files that usually require a higher privilege level. This is caused by GetSusp not correctly protecting a directory that it creates during execution, allowing an attacker to take over file handles used by GetSusp. As this runs with high privileges, the attacker gains elevated permissions. The file handles are opened as read-only.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Replace the version of GetSusp with version 5.0.0.27 or later.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory trellix.com
Affected: Trellix GetSusp
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-6119?
CVE-2023-6119 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-6119?
To fix CVE-2023-6119: Replace the version of GetSusp with version 5.0.0.27 or later.
Is CVE-2023-6119 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-6119 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-2023-6119?
CVE-2023-6119 affects Trellix GetSusp.
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