CVE-2023-6735

Summary

CVE-2023-6735 is a privilege escalation vulnerability affecting the mk_tsm agent plugin in Checkmk versions before 2.2.0p18, 2.1.0p38, and 2.0.0p39. A local user can exploit this issue to gain elevated privileges, potentially compromising the security of the system. The exact cause of the vulnerability is not disclosed, but affected users are urged to update their Checkmk installations to the latest versions as soon as possible to mitigate the risk. This vulnerability could lead to significant security implications if exploited successfully.

Prevent cyber attacks with Recorded Future by prioritizing and patching critical vulnerabilities being exploited by threat actors targeting your industry. Book your demo to learn more.