CVE-2007-1226
First published: Fri Mar 02 2007(Updated: )
McAfee VirusScan for Mac (Virex) before 7.7 patch 1 has weak permissions (0666) for /Library/Application Support/Virex/VShieldExclude.txt, which allows local users to reconfigure Virex to skip scanning of arbitrary files.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| McAfee VirusScan Plus | <=7.7 |
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Reference Links
- https://knowledge.mcafee.com/SupportSite/dynamickc.do?externalId=518722&sliceId=SAL_Public&command=show&forward=nonthreadedKC&kcId=518722
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/22744
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24337
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1017707
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/2342
- http://osvdb.org/33798
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0777
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/461485/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-1226?
CVE-2007-1226 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to alter security configurations.
How do I fix CVE-2007-1226?
To fix CVE-2007-1226, update McAfee VirusScan for Mac to version 7.7 patch 1 or higher.
What is affected by CVE-2007-1226?
CVE-2007-1226 affects McAfee VirusScan for Mac (Virex) versions prior to 7.7 patch 1.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2007-1226?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2007-1226 to modify the Virex configuration and prevent the antivirus from scanning certain files.
Is CVE-2007-1226 an easy vulnerability to exploit?
Yes, CVE-2007-1226 is considered relatively easy to exploit since it requires local access to the system.
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