CVE-2018-6683
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP) for Windows - Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels vulnerability
Description
Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels vulnerability in McAfee Data Loss Prevention (DLP) for Windows versions prior to 10.0.505 and 11.0.405 allows local users to bypass DLP policy via editing of local policy files when offline.
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CVSS Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
AV:PAttack VectorPhysical
AC:LAttack ComplexityLow
PR:LPrivileges RequiredLow
UI:NUser InteractionNone
Scope
S:CScopeChanged
Impact
C:HConfidentialityHigh
I:HIntegrityHigh
A:HAvailabilityHigh
Weaknesses
Affected Products
McAfee
commercial·USaka mcaee, mcafee security
Exploitability
No known exploits, KEV entries, or remediation guidance available for this vulnerability yet.
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MITRE ATT&CK
1 technique Privilege Escalation
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