CVE-2021-31840 is a vulnerability in Mcafee Agent
Published on June 10, 2021
DLL preload vulnerability in McAfee Agent for Windows
A vulnerability in the preloading mechanism of specific dynamic link libraries in McAfee Agent for Windows prior to 5.7.3 could allow an authenticated, local attacker to perform a DLL preloading attack with unsigned DLLs. To exploit this vulnerability, the attacker would need to have valid credentials on the Windows system. This would result in the user gaining elevated permissions and being able to execute arbitrary code.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2021-31840 is exploitable with local system access, requires user interaction and a small amount of user privileges. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to be very high.
Weakness Type
What is a DLL preloading Vulnerability?
The product uses a fixed or controlled search path to find resources, but one or more locations in that path can be under the control of unintended actors.
CVE-2021-31840 has been classified to as a DLL preloading vulnerability or weakness.
Products Associated with CVE-2021-31840
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Affected Versions
McAfee,LLC McAfee Agent for Windows:- Version unspecified and below 5.7.3 is affected.
Exploit Probability
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