CVE-2023-41179
CVSS v3
7.2
HIGH
EPSS Score
2.3 %
exploit probability
CISA KEV
Yes
known exploited
Exploitation
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SSVC status
Description
A vulnerability in the 3rd party AV uninstaller module contained in Trend Micro Apex One (on-prem and SaaS), Worry-Free Business Security and Worry-Free Business Security Services could allow an attacker to manipulate the module to execute arbitrary commands on an affected installation. Note that an attacker must first obtain administrative console access on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability.
CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability
- Date Added
- 2023-09-21
- Patch Due Date
- 2023-10-12
- Ransomware Use
- Unknown
Technical details
- Published
- 2023-09-19
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2023-41179?
A vulnerability in the 3rd party AV uninstaller module contained in Trend Micro Apex One (on-prem and SaaS), Worry-Free Business Security and Worry-Free Business Security Services could allow an attacker to manipulate the module to execute arbitrary commands on an affected installation. Note that an attacker must first obtain administrative console access on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability.
Is CVE-2023-41179 actively exploited?
Yes. CVE-2023-41179 is on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, meaning it has been confirmed as actively exploited in the wild. CISA requires federal agencies to patch by 2023-10-12.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2023-41179?
CVE-2023-41179 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.2 (HIGH severity).
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