CVE-2017-3897: Code Injection

Published Sep 1, 2017
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Updated

A Code Injection vulnerability in the non-certificate-based authentication mechanism in McAfee Live Safe versions prior to 16.0.3 and McAfee Security Scan Plus (MSS+) versions prior to 3.11.599.3 allows network attackers to perform a malicious file execution via a HTTP backend-response.

Affected Software

2 affected components
McAfee LiveSafe<=16.0.2
McAfee Security Scan Plus<=3.11.599.2

Event History

Sep 1, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-3897?

CVE-2017-3897 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for code injection and malicious file execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-3897?

To remediate CVE-2017-3897, upgrade McAfee Live Safe to version 16.0.3 or later and McAfee Security Scan Plus to version 3.11.599.3 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2017-3897?

CVE-2017-3897 affects McAfee Live Safe versions prior to 16.0.3 and McAfee Security Scan Plus versions prior to 3.11.599.3.

4

What type of attack can be executed using CVE-2017-3897?

CVE-2017-3897 allows network attackers to perform code injection and execute malicious files through the non-certificate-based authentication mechanism.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-3897 if I cannot immediately upgrade?

There are no effective workarounds for CVE-2017-3897; immediate upgrading to the secure versions is recommended.

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