Vulnerability Description
Insecure handling of temporary files in non-Windows McAfee Agent 5.0.0 through 5.0.6, 5.5.0, and 5.5.1 allows an Unprivileged User to introduce custom paths during agent installation in Linux via unspecified vectors.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mcafee | Agent | >= 5.0.0, <= 5.0.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106328
- https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10260
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106328
- https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10260
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-6706?
CVE-2018-6706 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Insecure handling of temporary files in non-Windows McAfee Agent 5.0.0 through 5.0.6, 5.5.0, and 5.5.1 allows an Unprivileged User to introduce custom paths during agent installation in Linux via unsp...
How severe is CVE-2018-6706?
CVE-2018-6706 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-6706?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mcafee Agent.