CVE-2018-6689: Data Loss Prevention Endpoint (DLPe) - Authentication Bypass vulnerability

Published Oct 3, 2018
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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.

Affected Software

2 affected components
McAfee Data Loss Prevention Endpoint>=10.0.0<10.0.510
McAfee Data Loss Prevention Endpoint>=11.0.0<11.0.600

Event History

Oct 3, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

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.

2

How severe is CVE-2018-6689?

CVE-2018-6689 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

3

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.

4

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.

5

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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