CVE-2008-1855
First published: Wed Apr 16 2008(Updated: )
FrameworkService.exe in McAfee Common Management Agent (CMA) 3.6.0.574 Patch 3 and earlier, as used by ePolicy Orchestrator (ePO) and ProtectionPilot (PrP), allows remote attackers to corrupt memory and cause a denial of service (CMA Framework service crash) via a long invalid method in requests for the /spin//AVClient//AVClient.csp URI, a different vulnerability than CVE-2006-5274.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| McAfee Common Management Agent | <=3.6.0.574 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.offensive-security.com/0day/mcafee_again.py.txt
- https://knowledge.mcafee.com/article/219/615324_f.SAL_Public.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28573
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29637
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019794
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1122/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41597
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5343
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1855?
CVE-2008-1855 has a severity rating of medium due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1855?
To fix CVE-2008-1855, update McAfee Common Management Agent to a version newer than 3.6.0.574 Patch 3.
What systems are affected by CVE-2008-1855?
CVE-2008-1855 affects McAfee Common Management Agent versions up to and including 3.6.0.574.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2008-1855?
CVE-2008-1855 allows remote attackers to exploit memory corruption and cause a denial of service.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-1855?
There are no specific workarounds available for CVE-2008-1855, so updating the software is recommended.
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