CWE
284
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2013-7461

First published: Tue Mar 14 2017(Updated: )

A write protection and execution bypass vulnerability in McAfee (now Intel Security) Change Control (MCC) 6.1.0 for Linux and earlier allows authenticated users to change files that are part of write protection rules via specific conditions.

Credit: secure@intel.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Mcafee Application Control<=6.1.0
Mcafee Change Control<=6.1.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2013-7461?

    CVE-2013-7461 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2013-7461?

    To fix CVE-2013-7461, upgrade McAfee Change Control and Application Control to versions later than 6.1.0.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2013-7461?

    CVE-2013-7461 affects authenticated users of McAfee Change Control and Application Control versions up to and including 6.1.0.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-7461?

    CVE-2013-7461 is a write protection and execution bypass vulnerability.

  • Can CVE-2013-7461 allow unauthorized file changes?

    Yes, CVE-2013-7461 allows authenticated users to change files that should be protected under write protection rules.

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