Session fixation vulnerability in the web interface in McAfee Network Security Manager (NSM) before 8.2.7.42.2 and McAfee Network Data Loss Prevention (NDLP) before 9.3.4.1.5 allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information or manipulate the database via a crafted authentication cookie.
This vulnerability carries a HIGH severity rating with a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.5, indicating it can be exploited remotely over the network with relatively low complexity though user interaction is required . The vulnerability impacts confidentiality (data exposure), limited integrity, and limited availability for affected systems. Impacting 2 products from mcafee, from mcafee organizations running these solutions should prioritize assessment and patching.
First disclosed in 2018, this vulnerability was reported during a period defined by widespread IoT adoption challenges, mobile security concerns, and the emergence of advanced persistent threat (APT) techniques. Contemporary mitigation strategies focused on secure development practices and third-party component vetting.
2018-06-13T20:29:00.213
2026-06-17T01:19:12.200
Modified
CVSSv3.0: 7.5 (HIGH)
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:N
10.0
4.9
| Type | Vendor | Product | Version/Range | Vulnerable? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application | mcafee | network_data_loss_prevention | < 9.3.4.1.5 | Yes |
| Application | mcafee | network_security_manager | < 8.2.7.42.2 | Yes |
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