CVE-2024-0206

Description

A symbolic link manipulation vulnerability in Trellix Anti-Malware Engine prior to the January 2024 release allows an authenticated local user to potentially gain an escalation of privileges. This was achieved by adding an entry to the registry under the Trellix ENS registry folder with a symbolic link to files that the user wouldn't normally have permission to. After a scan, the Engine would follow the links and remove the files

Category

7.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.12%
Vendor Advisory trellix.com
Affected: Trellix Anti-Malware Engine
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://kcm.trellix.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10415 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-0206?
CVE-2024-0206 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-0206?
To fix CVE-2024-0206, 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-2024-0206 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-0206 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-2024-0206?
CVE-2024-0206 affects Trellix Anti-Malware Engine.
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