Endpoint Security and HX
CVE-2023-0976: Command Injection in Trellix Agent
A command Injection Vulnerability in TA for mac-OS prior to version 5.7.9 allows local users to place an arbitrary file into the /Library/Trellix/Agent/bin/ folder.
Published
ExploitedNot in CISA KEV
Ransomware useNot reportedPer CISA
SeverityMEDIUMCVSS 3.1 6.3
EPSS0.62%Chance of exploitation in 30 days
Public exploitNot tracked
FixSee advisory
Automatic summary from the vendor's CVE record. We haven't written a full analysis of this vulnerability yet.
Affected and fixed versions
| Product / branch | Fixed in |
|---|---|
| Trellix Agent (MacOS) 5.7 | See the advisory |
Always confirm against the vendor advisory, which lists every fixed hotfix.
What it is
A command Injection Vulnerability in TA for mac-OS prior to version 5.7.9 allows local users to place an arbitrary file into the /Library/Trellix/Agent/bin/ folder. The malicious file is executed by running the TA deployment feature located in the System Tree.
Sources
KEV status, EPSS score and vendor data refreshed automatically, last on 13 Oct 2026.