McAfee Database Security Improper Access Control Denial-of-Service Vulnerability
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to create a denial-of-service condition on affected installations of McAfee Database Security. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
The specific flaw exists within the McAfee DBS service. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to create a denial-of-service condition on the system.
Additional Details
McAfee has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10358
Disclosure Timeline
- 2021-10-21 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2021-12-14 - Coordinated public release of advisory
Credit
Jokubas Arsoba (ikth)
