CVE-2017-3896

Description

Unvalidated parameter vulnerability in the remote log viewing capability in Intel Security McAfee Agent 5.0.x versions prior to 5.0.4.449 allows remote attackers to pass unexpected input parameters via a URL that was not completely validated.

Category

5.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.95% Top 25%
Vendor Advisory mcafee.com
Affected: Intel McAfee Agent
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95903 vdb entry third party advisory
https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10183 vendor advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037629 vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-3896?
CVE-2017-3896 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-3896?
To fix CVE-2017-3896, 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-2017-3896 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-3896 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-3896?
CVE-2017-3896 affects Intel McAfee Agent.
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