Vulnerability identifier: #VU47706

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-7334

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Application and Change Control (MACC)
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: McAfee

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to application does not properly impose security restrictions in the installer component. A local administrator can change or update the configuration settings via a carefully constructed MSI configured to mimic the genuine installer.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Application and Change Control (MACC): 8.3.1

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External links
http://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10333

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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.