CVE-2020-7279

DLL search order hijacking in Host IPS

Description

DLL Search Order Hijacking Vulnerability in the installer component of McAfee Host Intrusion Prevention System (Host IPS) for Windows prior to 8.0.0 Patch 15 Update allows attackers with local access to execute arbitrary code via execution from a compromised folder.

Category

4.6
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.24%
Affected: McAfee, LLC McAfee Host Intrusion Prevention System (Host IPS) for Windows
Published at:
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References

Link Tags
https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10320

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-7279?
CVE-2020-7279 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-7279?
To fix CVE-2020-7279, 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-2020-7279 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-7279 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-2020-7279?
CVE-2020-7279 affects McAfee, LLC McAfee Host Intrusion Prevention System (Host IPS) for Windows.
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