CVE-2016-2199: CSRF
Multiple cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerabilities in the Organizations and Remediation management page in Enterprise Manager in McAfee Vulnerability Manager (MVM) before 7.5.10 allow remote attackers to hijack the authentication of administrators for requests that have unspecified impact via unknown vectors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-2199?
CVE-2016-2199 is categorized as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for cross-site request forgery attacks targeting administrators.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2199?
To remediate CVE-2016-2199, upgrade McAfee Vulnerability Manager to version 7.5.10 or later, which contains the necessary patches.
Which versions of McAfee Vulnerability Manager are affected by CVE-2016-2199?
CVE-2016-2199 affects McAfee Vulnerability Manager versions prior to 7.5.10, specifically up to 7.5.9.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2016-2199?
The risks of CVE-2016-2199 include unauthorized actions performed by attackers who can hijack an administrator's session through CSRF.
Are there any known exploits for CVE-2016-2199?
While specific exploits for CVE-2016-2199 may not be publicly disclosed, the vulnerability's nature presents a clear avenue for attackers to manipulate administrative functions.