CVE-2019-3582 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2019-3582, a Privilege Escalation vulnerability in McAfee Endpoint Security (ENS) allowing local users on Windows to gain elevated privileges. Find out the impact, affected versions, and mitigation steps.
A vulnerability related to privilege escalation has been discovered in McAfee Endpoint Security (ENS) 10.6.1 and its earlier versions on Microsoft Windows client. This vulnerability enables local users to obtain higher privileges under specific circumstances.
Understanding CVE-2019-3582
McAfee Endpoint Security updates fix a privilege escalation vulnerability.
What is CVE-2019-3582?
CVE-2019-3582 is a Privilege Escalation vulnerability in McAfee Endpoint Security (ENS) versions 10.6.1 and earlier, allowing local users on Microsoft Windows client to gain elevated privileges.
The Impact of CVE-2019-3582
- CVSS Base Score: 8.6 (High)
- Severity: High
- Attack Vector: Local
- Confidentiality Impact: High
- Integrity Impact: High
- Availability Impact: High
- Privileges Required: None
- User Interaction: Required
- Scope: Changed
- Vector String: CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Technical Details of CVE-2019-3582
McAfee Endpoint Security (ENS) versions 10.5.3, 10.5.4, 10.5.5, and 10.6.1 are affected by this vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows local users to escalate their privileges on the affected systems.
Affected Systems and Versions
- McAfee Endpoint Security (ENS) 10.5.3 Hotfix 1240838
- McAfee Endpoint Security (ENS) 10.5.4 Hotfix 1240838
- McAfee Endpoint Security (ENS) 10.5.5 Nov 2018 update
- McAfee Endpoint Security (ENS) 10.6.1 Nov 2018 update
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability enables local users to gain elevated privileges under specific circumstances on Microsoft Windows client systems.
Mitigation and Prevention
It is crucial to take immediate steps to address and prevent the exploitation of this vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply the latest McAfee Endpoint Security updates that address this vulnerability.
- Monitor user privileges and restrict unnecessary elevated access.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch McAfee Endpoint Security to mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
- Educate users on safe computing practices and the importance of privilege management.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that all affected systems are updated with the latest McAfee Endpoint Security versions that contain the necessary fixes for CVE-2019-3582.