CVE-2014-3440: Input Validation

Published Jan 21, 2015

Updated

The Agent Control Interface in the management server in Symantec Critical System Protection (SCSP) 5.2.9 before MP6 and Symantec Data Center Security: Server Advanced (SDCS:SA) 6.0.x before 6.0 MP1 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands by leveraging client-system access to upload a log file.

Affected Software

2 affected components

Broadcom Symantec Critical System Protection=5.2.9

Symantec Data Center Security=6.0.0

Event History

Jan 21, 2015

CVE Published

via MITRE·11:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·11:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2014-3440?

CVE-2014-3440 has a medium severity rating allowing remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands.

How do I fix CVE-2014-3440?

To fix CVE-2014-3440, upgrade to Symantec Critical System Protection 5.2.9 MP6 or Symantec Data Center Security: Server Advanced 6.0 MP1.

Who is affected by CVE-2014-3440?

CVE-2014-3440 affects users of Symantec Critical System Protection 5.2.9 before MP6 and Data Center Security Server Advanced 6.0.x before MP1.

What types of vulnerabilities does CVE-2014-3440 exploit?

CVE-2014-3440 exploits vulnerabilities in the Agent Control Interface allowing command execution by authenticated users.

Is CVE-2014-3440 an authenticated attack?

Yes, CVE-2014-3440 requires remote authenticated access for exploitation.