CVE-2020-7258 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2020-7258, a Cross-site scripting vulnerability in McAfee Network Security Management (NSM) allowing attackers to exploit the system. Find out the impact, affected systems, and mitigation steps.
A Cross-site scripting vulnerability in McAfee Network Security Management (NSM) allows attackers to exploit the system.
Understanding CVE-2020-7258
This CVE involves a security flaw in McAfee's Network Security Management (NSM) software that could be exploited by attackers.
What is CVE-2020-7258?
CVE-2020-7258 is a Cross-site scripting vulnerability in McAfee Network Security Management (NSM) prior to version 9.1 update 6, discovered in March 2020.
The Impact of CVE-2020-7258
The vulnerability allows attackers to execute unspecified impact attacks through unspecified vectors.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-7258
This section provides more in-depth technical details of the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability is classified as CWE-79 - Cross-site Scripting (XSS), with a CVSS base score of 4.8 (Medium severity).
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Network Security Management (NSM)
- Vendor: McAfee
- Affected Version: Prior to 9.1 update 6
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Network
- Privileges Required: High
- User Interaction: Required
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the CVE.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update McAfee NSM to version 9.1 update 6 or later.
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activities.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch all software and systems.
- Educate users on safe browsing practices to prevent XSS attacks.
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches provided by McAfee promptly to mitigate the vulnerability.