CVE-2022-0129: DLL Highjack vulnerability in McAfee TechCheck utility
First published: Tue Jan 11 2022(Updated: )
Uncontrolled search path element vulnerability in McAfee TechCheck prior to 4.0.0.2 allows a local administrator to load their own Dynamic Link Library (DLL) gaining elevation of privileges to system user. This was achieved through placing the malicious DLL in the same directory that the process was run from.
Credit: psirt@mcafee.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| McAfee TechCheck | <4.0.0.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2022-0129.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-0129?
The severity of CVE-2022-0129 is high (6.7).
What is the affected software for CVE-2022-0129?
The affected software for CVE-2022-0129 is McAfee TechCheck prior to version 4.0.0.2.
How does CVE-2022-0129 work?
CVE-2022-0129 allows a local administrator to load their own Dynamic Link Library (DLL) gaining elevation of privileges to system user by placing a malicious DLL in the same directory as the process.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2022-0129?
Yes, a fix is available for CVE-2022-0129. Please refer to the reference link for more information.
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