First published: Thu Jun 30 2016(Updated: )
Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager (SEPM) 12.1 before RU6 MP5 allows remote authenticated administrators to enumerate administrator accounts via modified GET requests.
Credit: secure@symantec.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Symantec Endpoint Protection | <=12.1.6 |
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CVE-2016-3649 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for remote authenticated administrator account enumeration.
To fix CVE-2016-3649, update Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager to version 12.1 RU6 MP5 or later.
Administrators using Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager versions prior to RU6 MP5 are affected by CVE-2016-3649.
CVE-2016-3649 is an account enumeration vulnerability that affects remote authenticated administrators.
Yes, CVE-2016-3649 could allow attackers to gather information about administrator accounts, potentially leading to further attacks.