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CVE-2015-8991

UnknownEPSS 0.31%

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CVE-2015-8991 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Malicious file execution vulnerability in Intel Security McAfee Security Scan+ (MSS+) before 3.11.266.3 allows attackers to make the product momentarily vulnerable via executing preexisting specifically crafted malware during installation or uninstallation, but not during normal operation.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Malicious file execution vulnerability in Intel Security McAfee Security Scan+ (MSS+) before 3.11.266.3 allows attackers to make the product momentarily vulnerable via executing preexisting specifically crafted malware during installation or uninstallation, but not during normal operation.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.31%

22.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
McafeeSecurity Webadvisor3.7.2
McafeeSecurity Webadvisor4.0.1
McafeeSecurity Webadvisor4.0.2
McafeeCloud AvAll versions
McafeeSecurity Scan PlusAll versions

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-8991?
Malicious file execution vulnerability in Intel Security McAfee Security Scan+ (MSS+) before 3.11.266.3 allows attackers to make the product momentarily vulnerable via executing preexisting specifically crafted malware during installation or uninstallation, but not during normal operation.
How severe is CVE-2015-8991?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-8991 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8991?
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