CVE-2021-31843

Improper access control vulnerability in McAfee ENS for Windows

Description

Improper privileges management vulnerability in McAfee Endpoint Security (ENS) Windows prior to 10.7.0 September 2021 Update allows local users to access files which they would otherwise not have access to via manipulating junction links to redirect McAfee folder operations to an unintended location.

Category

7.3
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.10%
Affected: McAfee,LLC McAfee Endpoint Security (ENS) for WIndows
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References

Link Tags
https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10367

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-31843?
CVE-2021-31843 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-31843?
To fix CVE-2021-31843, 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-2021-31843 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-31843 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-2021-31843?
CVE-2021-31843 affects McAfee,LLC McAfee Endpoint Security (ENS) for WIndows.
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