Vulnerability Description
Arbitrary Process Execution vulnerability in McAfee Total Protection (MTP) prior to 16.0.30 allows a local user to gain elevated privileges and execute arbitrary code bypassing MTP self-defense.
CVSS Score
8.2
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mcafee | Total Protection | < 16.0.30 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://service.mcafee.com/FAQDocument.aspx?&id=TS103114Broken Link
- http://service.mcafee.com/FAQDocument.aspx?&id=TS103114Broken Link
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2021-US Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-23874?
CVE-2021-23874 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.2 (HIGH). Arbitrary Process Execution vulnerability in McAfee Total Protection (MTP) prior to 16.0.30 allows a local user to gain elevated privileges and execute arbitrary code bypassing MTP self-defense.
How severe is CVE-2021-23874?
CVE-2021-23874 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-23874?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mcafee Total Protection.