CVE-2021-31843
High
Description
Improper privileges management vulnerability in McAfee Endpoint Security (ENS) Windows prior to 10.7.0 September 2021 Update allows local users to access files which they would otherwise not have access to via manipulating junction links to redirect McAfee folder operations to an unintended location.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.3
Exploit probability—
ProductMcafee Endpoint Security
PublishedSep 17, 2021
First seenSep 17, 2021
Weakness typeCWE-59Improper link resolution
How to fix
Update
- mcafee endpoint_security10.7.0 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| mcafee endpoint_security | v < 10.7.0, 10.7.0 | 10.7.0 |
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