Vulnerability Description
A File Masquerade vulnerability in McAfee Total Protection (MTP) version 16.0.R21 and earlier in Windows client allowed an attacker to read the plaintext list of AV-Scan exclusion files from the Windows registry, and to possibly replace excluded files with potential malware without being detected.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mcafee | Total Protection | <= 16.0.r21 |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://service.mcafee.com/webcenter/portal/cp/home/articleview?articleId=TS1029
- https://service.mcafee.com/webcenter/portal/cp/home/articleview?articleId=TS1029
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-3636?
CVE-2019-3636 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). A File Masquerade vulnerability in McAfee Total Protection (MTP) version 16.0.R21 and earlier in Windows client allowed an attacker to read the plaintext list of AV-Scan exclusion files from the Windo...
How severe is CVE-2019-3636?
CVE-2019-3636 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-2019-3636?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mcafee Total Protection, Microsoft Windows.