CVE-2021-31832: Cross site scripting vulnerability in DLP Endpoint for Windows

Published Jun 9, 2021
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Updated

Improper Neutralization of Input in the ePO administrator extension for McAfee Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Endpoint for Windows prior to 11.6.200 allows a remote ePO DLP administrator to inject JavaScript code into the alert configuration text field. This JavaScript will be executed when an end user triggers a DLP policy on their machine.

Affected Software

1 affected component
McAfee Data Loss Prevention Windows<11.6.200

Event History

Jun 9, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:45 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-31832?

CVE-2021-31832 is a vulnerability in the ePO administrator extension for McAfee Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Endpoint for Windows prior to 11.6.200.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-31832?

CVE-2021-31832 has a severity of medium (4.8 out of 10).

3

How does CVE-2021-31832 affect the ePO administrator extension for McAfee Data Loss Prevention?

CVE-2021-31832 allows a remote ePO DLP administrator to inject JavaScript code into the alert configuration text field, which will be executed when an end user accesses the affected system.

4

What is the affected version of McAfee Data Loss Prevention?

McAfee Data Loss Prevention versions prior to 11.6.200 are affected by CVE-2021-31832.

5

How can I fix CVE-2021-31832?

To fix CVE-2021-31832, it is recommended to upgrade to McAfee Data Loss Prevention Endpoint version 11.6.200 or later.

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