CVE-2020-7288: Privilege Escalation vulnerability in EDR for Mac
First published: Fri May 08 2020(Updated: )
Privilege Escalation vulnerability in McAfee Exploit Detection and Response (EDR) for Mac 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 | |
| McAfee Endpoint Detection and Response | =3.1.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-7288?
CVE-2020-7288 is classified as a privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2020-7288?
To address CVE-2020-7288, upgrade to McAfee Exploit Detection and Response for Mac version 3.1.0 Hotfix 1 or later.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-7288?
CVE-2020-7288 affects McAfee Endpoint Detection and Response for versions prior to 3.1.0 Hotfix 1.
Can CVE-2020-7288 allow unauthorized actions?
Yes, CVE-2020-7288 enables a malicious script or program to perform unauthorized functions.
Is macOS itself vulnerable to CVE-2020-7288?
No, macOS is not directly vulnerable, but the installed McAfee EDR on macOS is affected.
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