CVE-2015-8991
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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.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mcafee | Security Webadvisor | 3.7.2 |
| Mcafee | Security Webadvisor | 4.0.1 |
| Mcafee | Security Webadvisor | 4.0.2 |
| Mcafee | Cloud Av | All versions |
| Mcafee | Security Scan Plus | All versions |
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- Status
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