CVE-2017-13680
First published: Mon Nov 06 2017(Updated: )
Prior to SEP 12.1 RU6 MP9 & SEP 14 RU1 Symantec Endpoint Protection Windows endpoint can encounter a situation whereby an attacker could use the product's UI to perform unauthorized file deletes on the resident file system.
Credit: secure@symantec.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec Endpoint Protection | <12.1 | |
| Symantec Endpoint Protection | =14 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this security issue?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2017-13680.
What is the title of this security issue?
The title of this security issue is 'Prior to SEP 12.1 RU6 MP9 & SEP 14 RU1 Symantec Endpoint Protection Windows endpoint can encounter a situation whereby an attacker could use the product's UI to perform unauthorized file deletes on the resident file system.'
What is the severity level of CVE-2017-13680?
The severity level of CVE-2017-13680 is medium.
What software is affected by CVE-2017-13680?
Symantec Endpoint Protection versions up to 12.1 MP9 and version 14 are affected by CVE-2017-13680.
How can an attacker exploit this vulnerability?
An attacker could use the product's UI to perform unauthorized file deletes on the resident file system.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-13680?
You can find more information about CVE-2017-13680 at the following links: [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101503), [SecurityTracker](http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039775), [Symantec Security Response](https://www.symantec.com/security_response/securityupdates/detail.jsp?fid=security_advisory&pvid=security_advisory&year=&suid=20171106_00).
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