CVE-2015-8577: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Dec 16 2015(Updated: )
The Buffer Overflow Protection (BOP) feature in McAfee VirusScan Enterprise before 8.8 Patch 6 allocates memory with Read, Write, Execute (RWX) permissions at predictable addresses on 32-bit platforms when protecting another application, which allows attackers to bypass the DEP and ASLR protection mechanisms via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mcafee Virusscan Enterprise | <=8.8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8577?
CVE-2015-8577 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to bypass security mitigations like DEP and ASLR.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8577?
To mitigate CVE-2015-8577, upgrade to McAfee VirusScan Enterprise version 8.8 Patch 6 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2015-8577?
CVE-2015-8577 affects McAfee VirusScan Enterprise versions prior to 8.8 Patch 6 on 32-bit platforms.
What is the impact of CVE-2015-8577?
The impact of CVE-2015-8577 allows attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code by bypassing memory protection mechanisms.
Is CVE-2015-8577 specific to certain applications?
CVE-2015-8577 can affect any application being protected by McAfee VirusScan Enterprise that runs on vulnerable system configurations.
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