CVE-2018-6667
CRITICALCVSS 10/10EPSS 3.52%
Last modified
CVE-2018-6667 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 10/10 on the CVSS scale. Authentication Bypass vulnerability in the administrative user interface in McAfee Web Gateway 7.8.1.0 through 7.8.1.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via Java management extensions (JMX).. EPSS estimates a 3.52% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Authentication Bypass vulnerability in the administrative user interface in McAfee Web Gateway 7.8.1.0 through 7.8.1.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via Java management extensions (JMX).
Metrics
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mcafee | Mcafee Web Gateway | >= 7.8.1.0, <= 7.8.1.5 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-6667?
Authentication Bypass vulnerability in the administrative user interface in McAfee Web Gateway 7.8.1.0 through 7.8.1.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via Java management extensions (JMX).
How severe is CVE-2018-6667?
CVE-2018-6667 has a CVSS score of 10/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-6667?
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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