CVE-2018-6661

TS102801 True Key DLL Side-Loading vulnerability

Description

DLL Side-Loading vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Client in McAfee True Key before 4.20.110 allows local users to gain privilege elevation via not verifying a particular DLL file signature.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.21%
Affected: McAfee True Key
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://service.mcafee.com/webcenter/portal/cp/home/articleview?articleId=TS102801

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-6661?
CVE-2018-6661 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-6661?
To fix CVE-2018-6661, 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-2018-6661 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2018-6661 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-2018-6661?
CVE-2018-6661 affects McAfee True Key.
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