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CVE-2018-6693: Endpoint Security for Linux Threat Prevention (ENSLTP) privilege escalation vulnerability

First published: Tue Sep 18 2018(Updated: )

An unprivileged user can delete arbitrary files on a Linux system running ENSLTP 10.5.1, 10.5.0, and 10.2.3 Hotfix 1246778 and earlier. By exploiting a time of check to time of use (TOCTOU) race condition during a specific scanning sequence, the unprivileged user is able to perform a privilege escalation to delete arbitrary files.

Credit: psirt@mcafee.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
McAfee Endpoint Security for Linux Threat Prevention<=10.2.3
McAfee Endpoint Security for Linux Threat Prevention=10.5.1
McAfee Endpoint Security for Linux Threat Prevention=10.5.0
Linux kernel

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-6693?

    CVE-2018-6693 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for unprivileged users to delete arbitrary files.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-6693?

    To fix CVE-2018-6693, upgrade to McAfee Endpoint Security for Linux Threat Prevention version 10.5.2 or later.

  • Which versions of McAfee Endpoint Security are affected by CVE-2018-6693?

    CVE-2018-6693 affects McAfee Endpoint Security for Linux Threat Prevention versions 10.5.1, 10.5.0, and up to 10.2.3 Hotfix 1246778.

  • How can CVE-2018-6693 be exploited?

    CVE-2018-6693 can be exploited through a time of check to time of use (TOCTOU) race condition that allows file deletion.

  • What are the implications of CVE-2018-6693 on Linux systems?

    The implications of CVE-2018-6693 on Linux systems include the risk of data loss as unprivileged users can delete critical files.

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