CVE-2005-3270
First published: Thu Oct 20 2005(Updated: )
Untrusted search path vulnerability in DiskMountNotify for Symantec Norton AntiVirus 9.0.3 allows local users to gain privileges by modifying the PATH to reference a malicious (1) ps or (2) grep file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec Norton Antivirus | =9.0.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-3270?
CVE-2005-3270 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3270?
To mitigate CVE-2005-3270, ensure that the PATH variable does not point to any untrusted directories.
Who is affected by CVE-2005-3270?
CVE-2005-3270 affects users of Symantec Norton AntiVirus version 9.0.3 on Macintosh systems.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2005-3270?
CVE-2005-3270 can be exploited by local users to run malicious versions of system commands.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2005-3270?
As of my knowledge cutoff, there is no specific patch for CVE-2005-3270; reducing PATH exposure is advised.
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