CVE-2020-7261

Buffer overwrite in ENS allowed to bypass AMSI protection

Description

Buffer Overflow via Environment Variables vulnerability in AMSI component in McAfee Endpoint Security (ENS) Prior to 10.7.0 February 2020 Update allows local users to disable Endpoint Security via a carefully crafted user input.

Categories

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.06%
Affected: McAfee LLC McAfee Endpoint Security (ENS)
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Updated at:

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-7261?
CVE-2020-7261 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-7261?
To fix CVE-2020-7261, 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-2020-7261 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-7261 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-2020-7261?
CVE-2020-7261 affects McAfee LLC McAfee Endpoint Security (ENS).
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