CVE-2016-8031

Description

Software Integrity Attacks vulnerability in Intel Security Anti-Virus Engine (AVE) 5200 through 5800 allows local users to bypass local security protection via a crafted input file.

Category

7.3
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.07%
Vendor Advisory mcafee.com
Affected: Intel Anti-Virus Engine (AVE)
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038159 vdb entry third party advisory
https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10191 patch vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97142 vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-8031?
CVE-2016-8031 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-8031?
To fix CVE-2016-8031, 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-2016-8031 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2016-8031 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2016-8031?
CVE-2016-8031 affects Intel Anti-Virus Engine (AVE).
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