CVE-2016-9892
First published: Thu Mar 02 2017(Updated: )
The esets_daemon service in ESET Endpoint Antivirus for macOS before 6.4.168.0 and Endpoint Security for macOS before 6.4.168.0 does not properly verify X.509 certificates from the edf.eset.com SSL server, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof this server and provide crafted responses to license activation requests via a self-signed certificate. NOTE: this issue can be combined with CVE-2016-0718 to execute arbitrary code remotely as root.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ESET Endpoint Antivirus | =6.3.70.1 | |
| ESET Endpoint Security | =6.3.70.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9892?
CVE-2016-9892 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation by man-in-the-middle attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9892?
To fix CVE-2016-9892, upgrade to ESET Endpoint Antivirus or ESET Endpoint Security version 6.4.168.0 or later.
What could an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2016-9892?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2016-9892 could spoof the edf.eset.com SSL server and deliver malicious responses to affected clients.
Which versions of ESET software are affected by CVE-2016-9892?
CVE-2016-9892 affects ESET Endpoint Antivirus and ESET Endpoint Security versions prior to 6.4.168.0.
Is there any workaround for CVE-2016-9892?
There are no known effective workarounds for CVE-2016-9892 other than applying the necessary software upgrade.
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