CVE-2019-3648: Implicit loading of DLLs

Published Nov 13, 2019
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Updated

A Privilege Escalation vulnerability in the Microsoft Windows client in McAfee Total Protection 16.0.R22 and earlier allows administrators to execute arbitrary code via carefully placing malicious files in specific locations protected by administrator permission.

Affected Software

3 affected components
McAfee Anti-virus Plus<=16.0.r22
McAfee Internet Security<=16.0.r22
McAfee Total Protection<=16.0r22

Event History

Nov 13, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:55 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:55 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-3648?

CVE-2019-3648 is a Privilege Escalation vulnerability in the Microsoft Windows client in McAfee Total Protection 16.0.R22 and earlier.

2

How does CVE-2019-3648 affect McAfee products?

CVE-2019-3648 affects McAfee Anti-virus Plus, McAfee Internet Security, and McAfee Total Protection versions 16.0.R22 and earlier.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2019-3648?

The severity of CVE-2019-3648 is high, with a severity value of 6.7.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-3648?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2019-3648 by carefully placing malicious files in specific locations protected by administrator permission, allowing them to execute arbitrary code.

5

Are there any fixes or patches available for CVE-2019-3648?

Yes, McAfee has released patches and fixes for CVE-2019-3648. Please refer to the references for more information.

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