CVE-2020-7311: Privilege Escalation vulnerability in MA for Windows
Published Sep 10, 2020
·Updated
Privilege Escalation vulnerability in the installer in McAfee Agent (MA) for Windows prior to 5.6.6 allows local users to assume SYSTEM rights during the installation of MA via manipulation of log files.
Affected Software
1 affected component
McAfee Mcafee Agent Windows<5.6.6
Event History
Sep 10, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:45 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:45 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the vulnerability ID for this Privilege Escalation vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Privilege Escalation vulnerability is CVE-2020-7311.
2
What is the title of this vulnerability?
The title of this vulnerability is 'Privilege Escalation vulnerability in the installer in McAfee Agent (MA) for Windows prior to 5.6.6.'
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What is the affected software for this vulnerability?
The affected software for this vulnerability is McAfee Agent (MA) for Windows prior to version 5.6.6.
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What is the severity level of this vulnerability?
The severity level of this vulnerability is high.
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How can I fix this vulnerability?
To fix this vulnerability, update McAfee Agent (MA) for Windows to version 5.6.6 or a later version.