Endpoint Security and HX
CVE-2023-3438: Unquoted Windows search path in Trellix Move
An unquoted Windows search path vulnerability existed in the install the MOVE 4.10.x and earlier Windows install service (mvagtsce.exe).
Published
ExploitedNot in CISA KEV
Ransomware useNot reportedPer CISA
SeverityMEDIUMCVSS 3.1 4.4
EPSS0.24%Chance of exploitation in 30 days
Public exploitNot tracked
FixSee advisory
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Affected and fixed versions
| Product / branch | Fixed in |
|---|---|
| Trellix Move (Windows) 4.10 | See the advisory |
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What it is
An unquoted Windows search path vulnerability existed in the install the MOVE 4.10.x and earlier Windows install service (mvagtsce.exe). The misconfiguration allowed an unauthorized local user to insert arbitrary code into the unquoted service path to obtain privilege escalation and stop antimalware services.
Sources
KEV status, EPSS score and vendor data refreshed automatically, last on 13 Oct 2026.