CVE-2016-8023: High severity mcafee virusscan enterprise vulnerability

Published Mar 14, 2017
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Updated

Authentication bypass by assumed-immutable data vulnerability in Intel Security VirusScan Enterprise Linux (VSEL) 2.0.3 (and earlier) allows remote unauthenticated attacker to bypass server authentication via a crafted authentication cookie.

Affected Software

1 affected component
McAfee Virusscan Enterprise Linux<=2.0.3

Event History

Mar 14, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-8023?

CVE-2016-8023 has been rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for allowing remote unauthenticated attackers to bypass authentication.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-8023?

To fix CVE-2016-8023, upgrade to Intel Security VirusScan Enterprise Linux version 2.0.4 or later, where the vulnerability has been addressed.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2016-8023?

CVE-2016-8023 affects Intel Security VirusScan Enterprise Linux version 2.0.3 and earlier.

4

Can CVE-2016-8023 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2016-8023 can be exploited remotely by attackers using a crafted authentication cookie.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-8023?

CVE-2016-8023 is classified as an authentication bypass vulnerability.

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