CVE-2018-5238
First published: Wed Aug 15 2018(Updated: )
Norton Power Eraser (prior to 5.3.0.24) and SymDiag (prior to 2.1.242) may be susceptible to a DLL Preloading vulnerability, which is a type of issue that can occur when an application looks to call a DLL for execution and an attacker provides a malicious DLL to use instead. Depending on how the application is configured, it will generally follow a specific search path to locate the DLL. The vulnerability can be exploited by a simple file write (or potentially an over-write) which results in a foreign DLL running under the context of the application.
Credit: secure@symantec.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec Norton Power Eraser | <5.3.0.24 | |
| Symantec SymDiag | <2.1.242 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-5238?
CVE-2018-5238 is considered to have a medium severity due to its potential exploitation through a DLL Preloading vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2018-5238?
To fix CVE-2018-5238, update Norton Power Eraser to version 5.3.0.24 or later and SymDiag to version 2.1.242 or later.
Which products are affected by CVE-2018-5238?
CVE-2018-5238 affects Norton Power Eraser versions prior to 5.3.0.24 and SymDiag versions prior to 2.1.242.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-5238?
CVE-2018-5238 is a DLL Preloading vulnerability that allows an attacker to exploit applications by tricking them into loading a malicious DLL.
Can CVE-2018-5238 lead to remote code execution?
Yes, CVE-2018-5238 can potentially allow remote code execution if an attacker successfully exploits the DLL Preloading vulnerability.
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