CVE-2019-9703: High severity symantec endpoint encryption vulnerability

Published Jul 1, 2019
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Updated

Symantec Endpoint Encryption, prior to SEE 11.3.0, may be susceptible to a privilege escalation vulnerability, which is a type of issue that allows a user to gain elevated access to resources that are normally protected at lower access levels.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Symantec Endpoint Encryption<11.3.0

Event History

Jul 1, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:29 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:29 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-9703?

CVE-2019-9703 is a privilege escalation vulnerability in Symantec Endpoint Encryption prior to SEE 11.3.0.

2

How can a privilege escalation vulnerability be exploited?

A privilege escalation vulnerability allows a user to gain elevated access to resources that are normally protected at lower access levels.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2019-9703?

CVE-2019-9703 has a severity rating of 7.8 out of 10.

4

How can I fix CVE-2019-9703?

To fix CVE-2019-9703, upgrade to Symantec Endpoint Encryption version 11.3.0 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-9703?

For more information about CVE-2019-9703, you can refer to the following links: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/108796, https://support.symantec.com/us/en/article.SYMSA1485.html

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