CVE-2025-36640
High
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.
SeverityHigh
CVSS8.8
Exploit probability—
ProductNessus Agent
PublishedJan 13, 2026
First seenJan 13, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-269Improper privilege management
How to fix
Update
- Tenable Nessus Agent10.9.3, 11.0.2 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Tenable Nessus Agent | v < 10.9.3, 11.0.0 ≤ v < 11.0.2 | 10.9.3, 11.0.2 |
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