Vulnerability identifier: #VU27695

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-5836

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Symantec Endpoint Protection
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 application can reset ACL for files as a limited user, when the Symantec Endpoint Protection's Tamper Protection feature is disabled. As a result, a local user can  elevate privileges on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Symantec Endpoint Protection: 14 MP1 - 14.2 RU2 MP1

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External links
http://support.broadcom.com/security-advisory/security-advisory-detail.html?notificationId=SYMSA1762

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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.