Vulnerability identifier: #VU22817

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-12757

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Symantec Endpoint Protection
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls
Symantec Endpoint Protection Small Business Edition
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls

Vendor: Broadcom

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper permission checks. A local user can compromise the software application and gain elevated privileges on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Symantec Endpoint Protection: 12.0 - 14.2 RU1 MP1

Symantec Endpoint Protection Small Business Edition: 12.1.7266.6800 - 12.1.7484.7002

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External links
http://support.symantec.com/us/en/article.SYMSA1488.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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