CVE-2018-6700
CVE-2018-6700 is a high-severity vulnerability in Mcafee True Key with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-426.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (57th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-426
- Affected product: Mcafee True Key
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
DLL Search Order Hijacking vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Client in McAfee True Key (TK) before 5.1.165 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via specially crafted malware.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2018-6700?
- DLL Search Order Hijacking vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Client in McAfee True Key (TK) before 5.1.165 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via specially crafted malware.
- How severe is CVE-2018-6700?
- CVE-2018-6700 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2018-6700 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (57th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2018-6700?
- CVE-2018-6700 affects Mcafee True Key. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2018-6700?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2018-6700 published?
- CVE-2018-6700 was published on 2018-09-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:mcafee:true_key:*:*:*:*:*:windows:*:*
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