CVE-2013-7460

Name: CVE-2013-7460
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-03-14T22:59:00.18+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.36%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2013-7460 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A write protection and execution bypass vulnerability in McAfee (now Intel Security) Application Control (MAC) 6.1.0 for Linux and earlier allows authenticated users to change binaries that are part of the Application Control whitelist and allows execution of binaries via specific conditions.. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A write protection and execution bypass vulnerability in McAfee (now Intel Security) Application Control (MAC) 6.1.0 for Linux and earlier allows authenticated users to change binaries that are part of the Application Control whitelist and allows execution of binaries via specific conditions.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.36%

27.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-284

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Mcafee	Application Control	<= 6.1.0
Mcafee	Change Control	<= 6.1.0

References

https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10054Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10054Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 14, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-7460?

How severe is CVE-2013-7460?

Severity scoring for CVE-2013-7460 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2013-7460?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST