CVE-2015-8991 (GCVE-0-2015-8991)

Vulnerability from cvelistv5 – Published: 2017-03-14 22:00 – Updated: 2024-08-06 08:36
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Summary
Malicious file execution vulnerability in Intel Security McAfee Security Scan+ (MSS+) before 3.11.266.3 allows attackers to make the product momentarily vulnerable via executing preexisting specifically crafted malware during installation or uninstallation, but not during normal operation.
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  • Malicious file execution vulnerability
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Intel McAfee Security Scan+ (MSS+) Affected: before 3.11.266.3
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