Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2016-8023 lets a remote unauthenticated attacker bypass server authentication in Intel Security VirusScan Enterprise Linux 2.0.3 and earlier using a crafted authentication cookie. Business urgency is highest where this legacy Linux antivirus product remains deployed and reachable. Exposure is limited to Intel Security VirusScan Enterprise Linux 2.0.3 and earlier. Organizations should focus on legacy Linux endpoints or servers still running VSEL, especially where the affected server authentication surface is network-reachable. Treat as a high-priority legacy exposure review. The product is old, the flaw bypasses authentication remotely, and public exploit material is referenced, but active exploitation is not confirmed in the provided sources. Mitigation focus: Inventory Linux systems for VSEL 2.0.3 or earlier.; Review McAfee/Intel advisory SB10181 for supported remediation.; Restrict network access to affected VSEL authentication surfaces..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10181CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- 40911CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
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