CVE-2017-6330: Medium severity symantec encryption desktop vulnerability
Published Sep 13, 2017
·Updated
Symantec Encryption Desktop before SED 10.4.1MP2 can allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource consumption) via crafted web requests."
Affected Software
1 affected component
Symantec Encryption Desktop<=10.4.1
Event History
Sep 13, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-6330?
CVE-2017-6330 is characterized as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for causing denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-6330?
To fix CVE-2017-6330, it is recommended to upgrade to Symantec Encryption Desktop version 10.4.1MP2 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2017-6330?
CVE-2017-6330 affects users of Symantec Encryption Desktop versions prior to 10.4.1MP2.
4
What type of attack is described by CVE-2017-6330?
CVE-2017-6330 describes a denial of service attack that can be triggered by crafted web requests.
5
Can CVE-2017-6330 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-6330 can be exploited remotely by attackers through specially crafted web requests.