7.3
CWE
74
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2015-8800

First published: Wed Jun 08 2016(Updated: )

Symantec Embedded Security: Critical System Protection (SES:CSP) 1.0.x before 1.0 MP5, Embedded Security: Critical System Protection for Controllers and Devices (SES:CSP) 6.5.0 before MP1, Critical System Protection (SCSP) before 5.2.9 MP6, Data Center Security: Server Advanced Server (DCS:SA) 6.x before 6.5 MP1 and 6.6 before MP1, and Data Center Security: Server Advanced Server and Agents (DCS:SA) through 6.6 MP1 allow remote authenticated users to conduct argument-injection attacks by leveraging certain named-pipe access.

Credit: secure@symantec.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Broadcom Symantec Critical System Protection=5.2.9
Broadcom Symantec Data Center Security=6.5.0
Broadcom Symantec Data Center Security=6.6.0
Broadcom Symantec Data Center Security=6.6.0
Broadcom Symantec Critical System Protection=1.0
Broadcom Symantec Embedded Security Critical System Protection=6.5.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2015-8800?

    CVE-2015-8800 has a critical severity rating due to its potential impact on system security.

  • How do I fix CVE-2015-8800?

    To remediate CVE-2015-8800, you should upgrade to the appropriate patched versions listed by Broadcom Symantec.

  • Which versions of Symantec software are affected by CVE-2015-8800?

    CVE-2015-8800 affects versions of Symantec Critical System Protection prior to 5.2.9 MP6 and Embedded Security CSP prior to version 6.5.0 MP1.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-8800?

    CVE-2015-8800 is a critical security vulnerability that can lead to unauthorized access or system compromise.

  • Is CVE-2015-8800 actively being exploited?

    There is currently no public information indicating that CVE-2015-8800 is being actively exploited, but it is advisable to apply the patch to prevent potential attacks.

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