Vulnerability identifier: #VU46685
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 7.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-427
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
McAfee Agent
Other software /
Other software solutions
Vendor: McAfee
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise vulnerable system.
The vulnerability exists due to the application loads DLL libraries in an insecure manner. A local user can use a specially crafted .dll file, trick the victim into opening a file, associated with the vulnerable application, and execute arbitrary code on victim's system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
McAfee Agent: All versions
External links
http://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10325
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.