CVE-2019-3582: McAfee Endpoint Security updates fix a privilege escalation vulnerability
Published Feb 28, 2019
·Updated
Privilege Escalation vulnerability in Microsoft Windows client in McAfee Endpoint Security (ENS) 10.6.1 and earlier allows local users to gain elevated privileges via a specific set of circumstances.
Affected Software
1 affected component
McAfee Endpoint Security<=10.6.1
Remediation
Event History
Feb 28, 2019
CVE Published
03:29 PM
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the vulnerability ID for this privilege escalation vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this privilege escalation vulnerability is CVE-2019-3582.
2
What is the affected software for this vulnerability?
The affected software for this vulnerability is McAfee Endpoint Security (ENS) version 10.6.1 and earlier.
3
How does this vulnerability allow local users to gain elevated privileges?
This vulnerability allows local users to gain elevated privileges through a specific set of circumstances.
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What is the severity of CVE-2019-3582?
The severity of CVE-2019-3582 is high, with a severity value of 7.8.
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How can I fix this privilege escalation vulnerability?
To fix this vulnerability, update McAfee Endpoint Security to version 10.6.2 or later.