Vulnerability identifier: #VU56909

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: CVE-2021-31841

CWE-ID: CWE-426

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
McAfee Agent
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges.

The vulnerability exists due to uncontrolled search path. A local user can perform a DLL sideloading attack and gain elevated privileges on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10369

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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.