CVE-2015-8577: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2015-8577: The Buffer Overflow Protection (BOP) feature in McAfee VirusScan Enterprise before 8.8 Patch 6 allocates me...

The Buffer Overflow Protection (BOP) feature in McAfee VirusScan Enterprise before 8.8 Patch 6 allocates memory with Read, Write, Execute (RWX) permissions at predictable addresses on 32-bit platforms when protecting another application, which allows attackers to bypass the DEP and ASLR protection mechanisms via unspecified vectors.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 08:20 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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McAfee VirusScan Enterprise's Buffer Overflow Protection could weaken a computer's built-in exploit defenses on affected 32-bit systems. Instead of improving protection, the feature could create predictable executable memory that helps another attack bypass DEP and ASLR. This is mainly a legacy endpoint risk, not a standalone breach by itself. Exposure is most likely on legacy endpoints running McAfee VirusScan Enterprise before 8.8 Patch 6, especially 32-bit platforms where BOP protects applications. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete, so confirm against McAfee advisory SB10142 and endpoint inventory. Handle through endpoint hygiene and legacy-risk reduction. This is not confirmed as actively exploited, but it undermines security controls on affected systems and can make other attacks easier. Prioritize patching or retiring outdated McAfee VirusScan Enterprise deployments. Mitigation focus: Upgrade McAfee VirusScan Enterprise to 8.8 Patch 6 or later where applicable.; Review McAfee SB10142 for vendor-supported remediation and any product-specific guidance.; Prioritize legacy 32-bit endpoints and systems protecting high-risk applications..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 21:26 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 16, 2015, 18:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10142CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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