What is the vulnerability ID?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2019-3593.

What is the severity of CVE-2019-3593?

The severity of CVE-2019-3593 is high with a severity value of 7.1.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-3593?

You can find more information about CVE-2019-3593 at http://service.mcafee.com/FAQDocument.aspx?&id=TS102888.

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CVE-2019-3593

high

7.5

28/1/2019

21/11/2024

CVE-2019-3593: Exploitation of Privilege/Trust vulnerability

Q: What is the title of the vulnerability?

The title of the vulnerability is 'Exploitation of Privilege/Trust vulnerability in Microsoft Windows client in McAfee Total Protection...'

Q: How does CVE-2019-3593 affect McAfee Total Protection?

CVE-2019-3593 allows local users to bypass product self-protection, tamper with policies and product files, and uninstall McAfee software without permission via specially crafted malware.

First published: Mon Jan 28 2019(Updated: )

Exploitation of Privilege/Trust vulnerability in Microsoft Windows client in McAfee Total Protection (MTP) Prior to 16.0.R18 allows local users to bypass product self-protection, tamper with policies and product files, and uninstall McAfee software without permission via specially crafted malware.

Credit: psirt@mcafee.com trellixpsirt@trellix.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Mcafee Total Protection	<16.0.r18
Microsoft Windows
All of
Mcafee Total Protection	<16.0.r18
Microsoft Windows

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http://service.mcafee.com/FAQDocument.aspx?&id=TS102888

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2019-3593.
What is the title of the vulnerability?
The title of the vulnerability is 'Exploitation of Privilege/Trust vulnerability in Microsoft Windows client in McAfee Total Protection...'
What is the severity of CVE-2019-3593?
The severity of CVE-2019-3593 is high with a severity value of 7.1.
How does CVE-2019-3593 affect McAfee Total Protection?
CVE-2019-3593 allows local users to bypass product self-protection, tamper with policies and product files, and uninstall McAfee software without permission via specially crafted malware.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-3593?
You can find more information about CVE-2019-3593 at http://service.mcafee.com/FAQDocument.aspx?&id=TS102888.

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