CVE-2017-3960 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2017-3960, an Authorization vulnerability in McAfee Network Security Management (NSM) allowing users to gain elevated privileges. Find mitigation steps and update recommendations here.
McAfee Network Security Management (NSM) has a vulnerability that allows authorized users to gain higher-level privileges through a crafted HTTP request parameter.
Understanding CVE-2017-3960
This CVE involves an Authorization vulnerability in McAfee Network Security Management (NSM) that can be exploited to elevate user privileges.
What is CVE-2017-3960?
The misuse of an Authorization vulnerability in the web interface of McAfee Network Security Management (NSM) before version 8.2.7.42.2 enables authorized users to obtain higher-level privileges through a carefully crafted parameter in an HTTP request.
The Impact of CVE-2017-3960
- CVSS Base Score: 5.9 (Medium Severity)
- Attack Vector: Network
- Privileges Required: High
- User Interaction: Required
- Scope: Changed
- Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability Impact: Low
Technical Details of CVE-2017-3960
This section provides more in-depth technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows authenticated users to gain elevated privileges via a crafted HTTP request parameter in the web interface of McAfee Network Security Management (NSM) before version 8.2.7.42.2.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Platform: x86
- Affected Product: Network Security Management (NSM)
- Affected Version: Less than 8.2.7.42.2
Exploitation Mechanism
The exploitation involves manipulating parameters in HTTP requests to escalate user privileges.
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2017-3960, follow these mitigation strategies:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Upgrade McAfee Network Security Management (NSM) to version 8.2.7.42.2 or higher.
- Monitor and restrict user access to minimize the risk of unauthorized privilege escalation.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly review and update access control policies.
- Conduct security training for users to recognize and report suspicious activities.
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches and updates provided by McAfee to address the vulnerability.