CVE-2019-3593
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CVE-2019-3593 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Exploitation of Privilege/Trust vulnerability in Microsoft Windows client in McAfee Total Protection (MTP) Prior to 16.0.R18 allows local users to bypass product self-protection, tamper with policies and product files, and uninstall McAfee software without permission via specially crafted malware.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Exploitation of Privilege/Trust vulnerability in Microsoft Windows client in McAfee Total Protection (MTP) Prior to 16.0.R18 allows local users to bypass product self-protection, tamper with policies and product files, and uninstall McAfee software without permission via specially crafted malware.
Metrics
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mcafee | Total Protection | < 16.0.r18 |
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- Status
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