Vulnerability Description
Unquoted Windows search path vulnerability in McAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.0i (patch 11) and CMA 3.5 (patch 5) might allow local users to gain privileges via a malicious "program.exe" file in the C: folder, which is run by naPrdMgr.exe when it attempts to execute EntVUtil.EXE under an unquoted "Program Files" path.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mcafee | Common Management Agent | 3.5 |
| Mcafee | Virusscan Enterprise | 8.0i |
References
- http://reedarvin.thearvins.com/20051222-01.html
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/292
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015404
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/420104/100/0/threadedExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16040Exploit
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/3077
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/23815
- http://reedarvin.thearvins.com/20051222-01.html
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/292
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015404
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/420104/100/0/threadedExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16040Exploit
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/3077
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/23815
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-4505?
CVE-2005-4505 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Unquoted Windows search path vulnerability in McAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.0i (patch 11) and CMA 3.5 (patch 5) might allow local users to gain privileges via a malicious "program.exe" file in the C: ...
How severe is CVE-2005-4505?
CVE-2005-4505 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-4505?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mcafee Common Management Agent, Mcafee Virusscan Enterprise.