8.5
CWE
264
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2015-1489

First published: Sat Aug 01 2015(Updated: )

The management console in Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager (SEPM) 12.1 before 12.1-RU6-MP1 allows remote authenticated users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.

Credit: secure@symantec.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Symantec Endpoint Protection=12.1.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2015-1489?

    CVE-2015-1489 is considered a medium severity vulnerability allowing privilege escalation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2015-1489?

    To fix CVE-2015-1489, upgrade Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager to version 12.1-RU6-MP1 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2015-1489?

    CVE-2015-1489 affects remote authenticated users of Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager version 12.1 before 12.1-RU6-MP1.

  • What are the potential impacts of CVE-2015-1489?

    The potential impact of CVE-2015-1489 includes unauthorized privilege escalation within the management console.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-1489 if I cannot update?

    There are no specific workarounds documented for CVE-2015-1489, so updating is recommended for security.

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