Vulnerability identifier: #VU54289

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-12596

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls

Vendor: Broadcom

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to session tokens can be exposed via the URL in a GET request. A remote attacker can obtain session token and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager: 14 - 14.3

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External links
http://support.broadcom.com/security-advisory/security-advisory-detail.html?notificationId=SYMSA18255

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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