PatchTheCVECVE-2023-29486: An issue was discovered in Heimdal Thor agent versions 3.4.2 and before 3.7.0 on Windows, allows attackers to
CVE-2023-29486 is a critical-severity flaw (CVSS 9.8) affecting thor. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
An issue was discovered in Heimdal Thor agent versions 3.4.2 and before 3.7.0 on Windows, allows attackers to bypass USB access restrictions, execute arbitrary code, and obtain sensitive information via Next-Gen Antivirus component. NOTE: Heimdal argues that the limitation described here is a Microsoft Windows issue, not a Heimdal specific vulnerability. The USB control solution by Heimdal is meant to manage Microsoft Windows native USB restricti
Why this priority
- Critical severity
- Public exploit reference
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 9.8 (Critical) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.0% (top 36%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-1333 |
| Published | 2023-12-21 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2023-29486?
thor: upgrade to 3.7.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2023-29486 being exploited?
CVE-2023-29486 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2023-29486 affect?
CVE-2023-29486 affects thor. Severity is critical (CVSS 9.8). An issue was discovered in Heimdal Thor agent versions 3.4.2 and before 3.7.0 on Windows, allows attackers to bypass USB access restrictions, execute arbitrary code, and obtain sensitive information via Next-Gen Antivirus component. NOTE: H
How urgent is CVE-2023-29486?
Priority 60/100. Critical severity; Public exploit reference; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
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Related CVEs
- CVE-2023-29487 CRITICAL 9.1 UPGRADE An issue was discovered in Heimdal Thor agent versions 3.4.2 and before on Windows and 2.6.9 and before on mac
- CVE-2023-29485 CRITICAL 9.8 UPGRADE An issue was discovered in Heimdal Thor agent versions 3.4.2 and before on Windows and 2.6.9 and before on mac