CVE-2020-7298: Total Protection (MTP) - Unexpected behavior violation
First published: Wed Aug 05 2020(Updated: )
Unexpected behavior violation in McAfee Total Protection (MTP) prior to 16.0.R26 allows local users to turn off real time scanning via a specially crafted object making a specific function call.
Credit: psirt@mcafee.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mcafee Total Protection | <16.0.r26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2020-7298.
What is the title of the vulnerability?
The title of the vulnerability is 'Unexpected behavior violation in McAfee Total Protection (MTP) prior to 16.0.R26 allows local users ...'
What is the severity of CVE-2020-7298?
The severity of CVE-2020-7298 is high (8.4).
How can local users turn off real-time scanning in McAfee Total Protection?
Local users can turn off real-time scanning in McAfee Total Protection by crafting a specially crafted object and making a specific function call.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-7298?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-7298 on the McAfee ServicePortal website at https://service.mcafee.com/webcenter/portal/cp/home/articleview?articleId=TS103062.
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