Vulnerability identifier: #VU50728
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 5.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-269
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
McAfee Endpoint Security (ENS)
Client/Desktop applications /
Antivirus software/Personal firewalls
Vendor:
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges.
The vulnerability exists due to improper privilege management. A local administrator can perform an uninstallation of the anti-malware engine via the running of a specific command with the correct parameters.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
External links
http://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10345
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.