Vulnerability identifier: #VU29035

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-3588

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). An attacker with physical access can interact with the On-Access Scan Messages - Threat Alert Window when the Windows Login Screen is locked. 

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. The attacker should have physical access to the system in order to successfully exploit this vulnerability.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.