Vulnerability Description
The McAfee VirusScan Console (mcconsol.exe) in McAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.8.0 before Hotfix 1123565 (8.8.0.1546) on Windows allows local administrators to bypass intended self-protection rules and unlock the console window by closing registry handles.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mcafee | Virusscan Enterprise | 8.8.0 |
| Microsoft | Windows | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/download/136089/mcafeevses-bypass.htmlExploit
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Mar/13Exploit
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035754
- https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10158PatchVendor Advisory
- https://kc.mcafee.com/resources/sites/MCAFEE/content/live/PRODUCT_DOCUMENTATION/Vendor Advisory
- https://lab.mediaservice.net/advisory/2016-01-mcafee.txtExploit
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39531/Exploit
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/download/136089/mcafeevses-bypass.htmlExploit
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Mar/13Exploit
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035754
- https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10158PatchVendor Advisory
- https://kc.mcafee.com/resources/sites/MCAFEE/content/live/PRODUCT_DOCUMENTATION/Vendor Advisory
- https://lab.mediaservice.net/advisory/2016-01-mcafee.txtExploit
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39531/Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-4534?
CVE-2016-4534 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.0 (LOW). The McAfee VirusScan Console (mcconsol.exe) in McAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.8.0 before Hotfix 1123565 (8.8.0.1546) on Windows allows local administrators to bypass intended self-protection rules and ...
How severe is CVE-2016-4534?
CVE-2016-4534 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-4534?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mcafee Virusscan Enterprise, Microsoft Windows.