CVE-2019-3585: VSE Escalation of Privileges through Alert pop-up window
First published: Tue Jun 09 2020(Updated: )
Privilege Escalation vulnerability in Microsoft Windows client (McTray.exe) in McAfee VirusScan Enterprise (VSE) 8.8 prior to Patch 14 may allow local users to interact with the On-Access Scan Messages - Threat Alert Window with elevated privileges via running McAfee Tray with elevated privileges.
Credit: psirt@mcafee.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mcafee Virusscan Enterprise | =8.8 | |
| Mcafee Virusscan Enterprise | =8.8-patch1 | |
| Mcafee Virusscan Enterprise | =8.8-patch10 | |
| Mcafee Virusscan Enterprise | =8.8-patch11 | |
| Mcafee Virusscan Enterprise | =8.8-patch12 | |
| Mcafee Virusscan Enterprise | =8.8-patch13 | |
| Mcafee Virusscan Enterprise | =8.8-patch2 | |
| Mcafee Virusscan Enterprise | =8.8-patch3 | |
| Mcafee Virusscan Enterprise | =8.8-patch4 | |
| Mcafee Virusscan Enterprise | =8.8-patch5 | |
| Mcafee Virusscan Enterprise | =8.8-patch6 | |
| Mcafee Virusscan Enterprise | =8.8-patch7 | |
| Mcafee Virusscan Enterprise | =8.8-patch8 | |
| Mcafee Virusscan Enterprise | =8.8-patch9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-3585?
CVE-2019-3585 is a Privilege Escalation vulnerability in Microsoft Windows client (McTray.exe) in McAfee VirusScan Enterprise (VSE) 8.8 prior to Patch 14.
How does CVE-2019-3585 affect McAfee VirusScan Enterprise?
CVE-2019-3585 allows local users to interact with the On-Access Scan Messages - Threat Alert Window with elevated privileges via running McAfee Tray with elevated privileges.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-3585?
CVE-2019-3585 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
Which version of McAfee VirusScan Enterprise is affected by CVE-2019-3585?
McAfee VirusScan Enterprise versions 8.8 to 8.8 Patch 13 are affected by CVE-2019-3585.
How can I fix CVE-2019-3585?
To fix CVE-2019-3585, apply Patch 14 to McAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.8.
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