Risk | Low |
Patch available | YES |
Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
CVE-ID | CVE-2023-2818 |
CWE-ID | CWE-276 |
Exploitation vector | Local |
Public exploit | N/A |
Vulnerable software |
Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Agent for Windows Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls |
Vendor | Proofpoint |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
EUVDB-ID: #VU77744
Risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:N/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-2818
CWE-ID:
CWE-276 - Incorrect Default Permissions
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions for files and folders that are set by the application. A local user with access to the system can disrupt event reporting.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsProofpoint Insider Threat Management Agent for Windows: 7.12.0 - 7.14.2
CPE2.3http://www.proofpoint.com/us/security/security-advisories/pfpt-sa-2023-005
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.