Vulnerability Description
Unexpected behavior violation in McAfee Total Protection (MTP) prior to 16.0.R26 allows local users to turn off real time scanning via a specially crafted object making a specific function call.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mcafee | Total Protection | < 16.0.r26 |
References
- https://service.mcafee.com/webcenter/portal/cp/home/articleview?articleId=TS1030
- https://service.mcafee.com/webcenter/portal/cp/home/articleview?articleId=TS1030
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-7298?
CVE-2020-7298 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Unexpected behavior violation in McAfee Total Protection (MTP) prior to 16.0.R26 allows local users to turn off real time scanning via a specially crafted object making a specific function call.
How severe is CVE-2020-7298?
CVE-2020-7298 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-2020-7298?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mcafee Total Protection.