CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2015-8991

First published: Tue Mar 14 2017(Updated: )

Malicious file execution vulnerability in Intel Security McAfee Security Scan+ (MSS+) before 3.11.266.3 allows attackers to make the product momentarily vulnerable via executing preexisting specifically crafted malware during installation or uninstallation, but not during normal operation.

Credit: secure@intel.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
McAfee WebAdvisor=3.7.2
McAfee WebAdvisor=4.0.1
McAfee WebAdvisor=4.0.2
McAfee Cloud AV
McAfee Security Scan Plus

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2015-8991?

    CVE-2015-8991 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow malicious file execution during specific software operations.

  • How do I fix CVE-2015-8991?

    To fix CVE-2015-8991, update your software to version 3.11.266.3 or later for Intel Security McAfee Security Scan+.

  • Which software is affected by CVE-2015-8991?

    CVE-2015-8991 affects Intel Security McAfee Security Scan+ and multiple versions of McAfee Security Webadvisor.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-8991?

    CVE-2015-8991 is a malicious file execution vulnerability that allows attackers to exploit the product during installation or uninstallation.

  • When was CVE-2015-8991 disclosed?

    CVE-2015-8991 was disclosed in 2015, highlighting vulnerabilities in specific versions of McAfee software.

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