CVE-2007-4649

Name: CVE-2007-4649
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2007-08-31T23:17:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.89%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2007-4649 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. MicroWorld eScan Virus Control 9.0.722.1, Anti-Virus 9.0.722.1, and Internet Security 9.0.722.1 use weak permissions (Everyone:Full Control) for their installation directory trees, which allows local users to gain privileges by replacing application files, as demonstrated by traysser.exe.. EPSS estimates a 0.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

MicroWorld eScan Virus Control 9.0.722.1, Anti-Virus 9.0.722.1, and Internet Security 9.0.722.1 use weak permissions (Everyone:Full Control) for their installation directory trees, which allows local users to gain privileges by replacing application files, as demonstrated by traysser.exe.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.89%

54.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microworld Technologies	Escan Anti-Virus	9.0.722.1
Microworld Technologies	Escan Internet Security	9.0.722.1
Microworld Technologies	Escan Virus Control	9.0.722.1

References

Timeline

Published: Aug 31, 2007
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2007-4649?

How severe is CVE-2007-4649?

Severity scoring for CVE-2007-4649 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2007-4649?

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Source: NVD / NIST