CVE-2007-1538: High severity McAfee VirusScan Enterprise vulnerability
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) HKEYLOCALMACHINE\SOFTWARE\McAfee\DesktopProtection or (2) HKEYLOCALMACHINE\SOFTWARE\Network Associates\TVD\VirusScan Entreprise\CurrentVersion. NOTE: this issue has been disputed by third-party researchers, stating that the default permissions for HKEYLOCALMACHINE\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.
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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.