CVE-2020-7289: Privilege Escalation vulnerability in MAR for Windows
Published May 8, 2020
·Updated
Privilege Escalation vulnerability in McAfee Active Response (MAR) for Windows prior to 2.4.3 Hotfix 1 allows a malicious script or program to perform functions that the local executing user has not been granted access to.
Affected Software
3 affected components
McAfee Active Response<2.4.3
McAfee Active Response=2.4.3
Microsoft Windows
Event History
May 8, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:40 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:40 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2020-7289?
CVE-2020-7289 is a Privilege Escalation vulnerability in McAfee Active Response (MAR) for Windows prior to 2.4.3 Hotfix 1.
2
What is the severity of CVE-2020-7289?
CVE-2020-7289 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
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How does CVE-2020-7289 work?
CVE-2020-7289 allows a malicious script or program to perform functions that the local executing user has not been granted access to.
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Which systems are affected by CVE-2020-7289?
CVE-2020-7289 affects McAfee Active Response for Windows prior to 2.4.3 Hotfix 1.
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How can I fix CVE-2020-7289?
To fix CVE-2020-7289, update McAfee Active Response for Windows to version 2.4.3 Hotfix 1 or later.