McAfee.VirusScan.Enterprise.Linux.Privilege.Escalation
Description
This indicates an attack attempt to exploit an Elevation of Privilege vulnerability in McAfee VirusScan Enterprise.
The vulnerability is due to an error when the vulnerable software handles a maliciously crafted HTTP request. A remote attacker may be able to exploit this to elevate their privileges, via a crafted HTTP request.
Affected Products
McAfee VirusScan Enterprise for Linux version 1.9.2 to 2.0.2
Impact
Privilege Escalation: Remote attackers can leverage their privileges on vulnerable systems.
System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor:
https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10181
Telemetry
Coverage
IPS (Regular DB) | |
IPS (Extended DB) |
Version Updates
Date | Version | Detail |
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2019-06-06 | 14.627 | Severity:medium:high |