#VU105935 Incorrect default permissions in Nessus Agent - CVE-2025-24915

Vulnerability identifier: #VU105935

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 5.9 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-24915

CWE-ID: CWE-276

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Nessus Agent
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Tenable Network Security

Description

The 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 view contents of files and directories or modify them, which can lead to privilege escalation.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Nessus Agent: 10.0.0 - 10.8.2

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External links
https://www.tenable.com/security/tns-2025-02

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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.