CVE-2025-36640 — HIGH (8.8)

Vulnerability Description

A vulnerability has been identified in the installation/uninstallation of the Nessus Agent Tray App on Windows Hosts which could lead to escalation of privileges.

CVSS Score

8.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-269

References

https://www.tenable.com/security/tns-2026-01

FAQ

What is CVE-2025-36640?

CVE-2025-36640 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). A vulnerability has been identified in the installation/uninstallation of the Nessus Agent Tray App on Windows Hosts which could lead to escalation of privileges.

How severe is CVE-2025-36640?

CVE-2025-36640 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2025-36640?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.