Vulnerability identifier: #VU23439

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-19545

CWE-ID: CWE-942

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Norton Password Manager
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Broadcom

Description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to bypass the CORS protection mechanism.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect processing of the "Origin" HTTP header that is supplied within HTTP request. A remote authenticated attacker on local network can supply arbitrary value via the "Origin" HTTP header, bypass implemented CORS protection mechanism and perform cross-site scripting attacks against the vulnerable application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Norton Password Manager: All versions

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External links
http://support.symantec.com/us/en/article.SYMSA1499.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.