SQL Injection Flaw in Intel Security VirusScan Enterprise Linux
CVE-2016-8025

6.2MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

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

What is CVE-2016-8025?

An SQL injection vulnerability exists in Intel Security's VirusScan Enterprise Linux (VSEL) 2.0.3 and earlier versions. This flaw allows authenticated remote users to exploit crafted HTTP request parameters, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive product information. Attackers leveraging this vulnerability could manipulate queries to the database, exposing data that should remain protected. Mitigation steps should include prompt updates to the latest version and enhancing authentication protocols.

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:
6.2
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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