Code Execution Vulnerability in Intel Security VirusScan Enterprise Linux
CVE-2016-8020

8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Intel
Status
Virusscan Enterprise Linux (vsel)
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 March 2017

What is CVE-2016-8020?

A code execution vulnerability exists in Intel Security VirusScan Enterprise Linux (VSEL) 2.0.3 and earlier, allowing remote authenticated users to exploit the system by sending crafted HTTP request parameters. This could lead to the execution of arbitrary code on the affected system, potentially compromising its security and integrity.

Affected Version(s)

VirusScan Enterprise Linux (VSEL) 2.0.3 (and earlier)

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94823
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037433
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB1...
x_refsource_CONFIRM

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2016-8020 : Code Execution Vulnerability in Intel Security VirusScan Enterprise Linux