Vulnerability identifier: #VU29034

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-3585

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
McAfee VirusScan
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls

Vendor: McAfee

Description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to application does not properly impose security restrictions in Microsoft Windows client (McTray.exe). A local attacker can interact with the On-Access Scan Messages - Threat Alert Window with elevated privileges via running McAfee Tray with elevated privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

McAfee VirusScan: 8.8

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External links
http://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10302

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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.