CVE-2012-0290: Critical severity symantec pcanywhere vulnerability
Symantec pcAnywhere through 12.5.3, Altiris IT Management Suite pcAnywhere Solution 7.0 (aka 12.5.x) and 7.1 (aka 12.6.x), Altiris Client Management Suite pcAnywhere Solution 7.0 (aka 12.5.x) and 7.1 (aka 12.6.x), and Altiris Deployment Solution Remote pcAnywhere Solution 7.1 (aka 12.5.x and 12.6.x) do not properly handle the client state after abnormal termination of a remote session, which allows remote attackers to obtain access to the client by leveraging an "open client session."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-0290?
CVE-2012-0290 has been rated with high severity due to its potential for unauthorized access and control of affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0290?
To fix CVE-2012-0290, update to the latest version of Symantec pcAnywhere or apply the relevant security patches provided by Symantec.
What versions of Symantec pcAnywhere are affected by CVE-2012-0290?
CVE-2012-0290 affects versions of Symantec pcAnywhere up to 12.5.3 and various versions of the Altiris IT Management Suite.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-0290?
CVE-2012-0290 is a remote code execution vulnerability that allows attackers to gain unauthorized access to systems.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2012-0290?
While the best approach is to update to a secure version, disabling remote access in impacted software can serve as a temporary workaround until an update is applied.