CVE-2018-6689: Data Loss Prevention Endpoint (DLPe) - Authentication Bypass vulnerability
First published: Wed Oct 03 2018(Updated: )
Authentication Bypass vulnerability in McAfee Data Loss Prevention Endpoint (DLPe) 10.0.x earlier than 10.0.510, and 11.0.x earlier than 11.0.600 allows attackers to bypass local security protection via specific conditions.
Credit: psirt@mcafee.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mcafee Data Loss Prevention Endpoint | >=10.0.0<10.0.510 | |
| Mcafee Data Loss Prevention Endpoint | >=11.0.0<11.0.600 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-6689?
CVE-2018-6689 is an authentication bypass vulnerability in McAfee Data Loss Prevention Endpoint (DLPe) 10.0.x earlier than 10.0.510 and 11.0.x earlier than 11.0.600.
How severe is CVE-2018-6689?
CVE-2018-6689 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
How does CVE-2018-6689 affect McAfee Data Loss Prevention Endpoint?
CVE-2018-6689 allows attackers to bypass local security protection in McAfee Data Loss Prevention Endpoint.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2018-6689?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-6689 to bypass local security protection in McAfee Data Loss Prevention Endpoint.
How can I fix CVE-2018-6689?
To fix CVE-2018-6689, it is recommended to update McAfee Data Loss Prevention Endpoint to version 10.0.510 or 11.0.600, depending on the version you are using.
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