Vulnerability identifier: #VU22441

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-12751

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Symantec Messaging Gateway
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls

Vendor: Broadcom

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper permission checks. A remote authenticated administrator on adjacent network can compromise the software application and escalate privileges on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Symantec Messaging Gateway: 9.0 - 10.7

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External links
http://support.symantec.com/us/en/article.SYMSA1486.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated privileged user via the local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.