CVE-2007-1538
First published: Tue Mar 20 2007(Updated: )
** DISPUTED ** McAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.5.0.i uses insecure permissions for certain Windows Registry keys, which allows local users to bypass local password protection via the UIP value in (1) HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\McAfee\DesktopProtection or (2) HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Network Associates\TVD\VirusScan Entreprise\CurrentVersion. NOTE: this issue has been disputed by third-party researchers, stating that the default permissions for HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE does not allow for write access and the product does not modify the inherited permissions. There might be an interaction error with another product.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| McAfee VirusScan | =8.5i | |
| McAfee VirusScan Enterprise | =8.5i |
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Reference Links
- http://homepage.mac.com/adonismac/Advisory/bypass_mcafee_entreprise_password.html
- http://homepage.mac.com/adonismac/Advisory/crack_mcafee_password_protection.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/33800
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/463074/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/463091/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/463187/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1017791
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-1538?
CVE-2007-1538 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow local users to bypass password protection.
How can I mitigate CVE-2007-1538?
To mitigate CVE-2007-1538, ensure that the permissions on the affected Windows Registry keys are properly configured to prevent unauthorized access.
Which version of McAfee VirusScan Enterprise is affected by CVE-2007-1538?
CVE-2007-1538 specifically affects McAfee VirusScan Enterprise version 8.5.0.i.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2007-1538?
The potential impact of CVE-2007-1538 includes unauthorized access to sensitive data due to bypassed password protection.
Is CVE-2007-1538 being actively exploited?
As of now, there is no public indication that CVE-2007-1538 is being actively exploited in the wild.
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