CVE-2023-23389
MEDIUMCVSS 6.3/10EPSS 0.26%
Last modified
CVE-2023-23389 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Microsoft Defender Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft Defender Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Malware Protection Engine | 1.1.20000.2 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2023-23389Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2023-23389Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-23389?
Microsoft Defender Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2023-23389?
CVE-2023-23389 has a CVSS score of 6.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-23389?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
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