CVE-2015-8987
First published: Tue Mar 14 2017(Updated: )
Man-in-the-middle (MitM) attack vulnerability in non-Mac OS agents in McAfee (now Intel Security) Agent (MA) 4.8.0 patch 2 and earlier allows attackers to make a McAfee Agent talk with another, possibly rogue, ePO server via McAfee Agent migration to another ePO server.
Credit: secure@intel.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| McAfee Agent | <=4.8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8987?
CVE-2015-8987 has a high severity rating due to its potential for exploitation in a man-in-the-middle (MitM) attack.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8987?
To fix CVE-2015-8987, upgrade the McAfee Agent to version 4.8.0 patch 3 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2015-8987?
CVE-2015-8987 affects McAfee Agent versions 4.8.0 and earlier on non-Mac OS systems.
Can CVE-2015-8987 allow attackers to impersonate ePO servers?
Yes, CVE-2015-8987 allows attackers to make a McAfee Agent communicate with rogue ePO servers through MitM techniques.
Is there any reported exploitation of CVE-2015-8987?
There have been no reported cases of exploitation for CVE-2015-8987, but it remains a critical risk.
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