CVE-2018-6693

Endpoint Security for Linux Threat Prevention (ENSLTP) privilege escalation vulnerability

Description

An unprivileged user can delete arbitrary files on a Linux system running ENSLTP 10.5.1, 10.5.0, and 10.2.3 Hotfix 1246778 and earlier. By exploiting a time of check to time of use (TOCTOU) race condition during a specific scanning sequence, the unprivileged user is able to perform a privilege escalation to delete arbitrary files.

Categories

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.08%
Affected: McAfee Endpoint Security for Linux Threat Prevention (ENSLTP)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-6693?
CVE-2018-6693 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-6693?
To fix CVE-2018-6693, 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-2018-6693 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2018-6693 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-2018-6693?
CVE-2018-6693 affects McAfee Endpoint Security for Linux Threat Prevention (ENSLTP).
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