CVE-2017-15526 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2017-15526 affecting Symantec Endpoint Encryption. Prior to SEE v11.1.3MP1, a vulnerability could lead to privilege escalation. Find mitigation steps here.
Symantec Endpoint Encryption, before SEE v11.1.3MP1, had a vulnerability that could lead to a privilege escalation scenario.
Understanding CVE-2017-15526
Symantec Endpoint Encryption was susceptible to a null pointer de-reference issue.
What is CVE-2017-15526?
Prior to SEE v11.1.3MP1, a vulnerability in Symantec Endpoint Encryption could result in a NullPointerException, potentially allowing privilege escalation.
The Impact of CVE-2017-15526
The vulnerability could lead to a privilege escalation scenario, posing a security risk to affected systems.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-15526
Symantec Endpoint Encryption vulnerability details.
Vulnerability Description
A null pointer de-reference issue in Symantec Endpoint Encryption could result in a NullPointerException, potentially leading to privilege escalation.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Symantec Endpoint Encryption
- Vendor: Symantec Corporation
- Versions Affected: Prior to SEE v11.1.3MP1
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability could be exploited to trigger a privilege escalation scenario.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent CVE-2017-15526.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Symantec Endpoint Encryption to version SEE v11.1.3MP1 or later.
- Monitor for any unusual activities indicating a privilege escalation attempt.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch all software to prevent vulnerabilities.
- Implement the principle of least privilege to limit potential damage from privilege escalation attempts.
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches and updates provided by Symantec Corporation to address the vulnerability.