CVE-2020-7328 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in the ePO extension of McAfee MVISION Endpoint prior to version 20.11 could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through improper input validation.

Understanding CVE-2020-7328

This CVE involves a Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in the MVISION Endpoint ePO extension.

What is CVE-2020-7328?

CVE-2020-7328 is a security flaw in the ePO extension of McAfee MVISION Endpoint that enables attackers to take control of a resource or trigger arbitrary code execution by exploiting improper input validation in an HTTP request.

The Impact of CVE-2020-7328

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 7.2, indicating a high severity level. It poses a significant risk to confidentiality, integrity, and availability, with a low attack complexity and high privileges required.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-7328

This section provides more in-depth technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows remote attackers to gain control of a resource or execute arbitrary code by manipulating the content of an HTTP request loaded into ePO by an ePO administrator.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: MVISION Endpoint ePO extension
Vendor: McAfee, LLC
Versions affected: <= 20.11

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited remotely by sending a specially crafted HTTP request to the affected ePO extension, leveraging the SSRF weakness to execute malicious code.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-7328 requires immediate actions and long-term security measures.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update McAfee MVISION Endpoint to version 20.11 or higher to mitigate the vulnerability.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity that could indicate exploitation attempts.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement strict input validation mechanisms to prevent SSRF attacks.
Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities proactively.

Patching and Updates

Regularly apply security patches and updates provided by McAfee to ensure the latest protection against known vulnerabilities.