CVE-2020-7291: Privilege Escalation vulnerability MAR for Mac
First published: Fri May 08 2020(Updated: )
Privilege Escalation vulnerability in McAfee Active Response (MAR) for Mac 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.
Credit: psirt@mcafee.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| McAfee Active Response | <2.4.3 | |
| McAfee Active Response | =2.4.3 | |
| Apple macOS |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-7291?
CVE-2020-7291 is a Privilege Escalation vulnerability in McAfee Active Response (MAR) for Mac prior to 2.4.3 Hotfix 1.
How does CVE-2020-7291 affect me?
CVE-2020-7291 allows a malicious script or program to perform functions that the local executing user does not have access to.
Which software versions of McAfee Active Response are affected by CVE-2020-7291?
McAfee Active Response versions prior to 2.4.3 Hotfix 1 are affected by CVE-2020-7291.
Is Apple macOS affected by CVE-2020-7291?
No, Apple macOS is not vulnerable to CVE-2020-7291.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-7291?
The severity of CVE-2020-7291 is rated as high with a severity score of 7.8.
How can I fix CVE-2020-7291?
To fix CVE-2020-7291, you should update McAfee Active Response for Mac to version 2.4.3 Hotfix 1 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-7291?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-7291 on the official McAfee website: https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10317
What are the CWE IDs associated with CVE-2020-7291?
CVE-2020-7291 is associated with CWE-269 (Improper Privilege Management) and CWE-274 (Improper Handling of Insufficient Permissions or Privileges).
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