CVE-2020-7286: Privilege Escalation vulnerability in EDR for Windows
First published: Thu May 07 2020(Updated: )
Privilege Escalation vulnerability in McAfee Exploit Detection and Response (EDR) for Windows prior to 3.1.0 Hotfix 1 allows a malicious script or program to perform functions that the local executing user has not been granted access to.
Credit: psirt@mcafee.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| McAfee Endpoint Detection and Response | <=3.1.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-7286?
CVE-2020-7286 is classified as a high severity privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2020-7286?
To fix CVE-2020-7286, upgrade McAfee Endpoint Detection and Response to version 3.1.0 Hotfix 1 or later.
What does CVE-2020-7286 affect?
CVE-2020-7286 affects McAfee Endpoint Detection and Response versions prior to 3.1.0 Hotfix 1, specifically on Windows systems.
Can CVE-2020-7286 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2020-7286 requires local access to exploit, making it less likely to be exploited remotely.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2020-7286?
Exploiting CVE-2020-7286 may allow an attacker to perform unauthorized actions that exceed the privileges of the local user.
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