CVE-2007-4649

Public Exploit

Description

MicroWorld eScan Virus Control 9.0.722.1, Anti-Virus 9.0.722.1, and Internet Security 9.0.722.1 use weak permissions (Everyone:Full Control) for their installation directory trees, which allows local users to gain privileges by replacing application files, as demonstrated by traysser.exe.

Category

7.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.10%
Vendor Advisory secunia.com
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3085 third party advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25493 vdb entry exploit
http://secunia.com/advisories/26581 third party advisory vendor advisory
http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2007-August/065509.html mailing list exploit
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/36367 vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2007-4649?
CVE-2007-4649 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2007-4649?
To fix CVE-2007-4649, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2007-4649 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2007-4649 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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