CVE-2020-12594
First published: Thu Dec 10 2020(Updated: )
A privilege escalation flaw allows a malicious, authenticated, privileged CLI user to escalate their privileges on the system and gain full control over the SMG appliance. This affects SMG prior to 10.7.4.
Credit: secure@symantec.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Broadcom Symantec Messaging Gateway | <10.7.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-12594?
CVE-2020-12594 is classified as a high-severity privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2020-12594?
To remediate CVE-2020-12594, upgrade your Symantec Messaging Gateway to version 10.7.4 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2020-12594?
CVE-2020-12594 affects authenticated, privileged CLI users of Symantec Messaging Gateway versions prior to 10.7.4.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-12594?
CVE-2020-12594 is a privilege escalation vulnerability that can be exploited by an authenticated user.
What could an attacker gain from exploiting CVE-2020-12594?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2020-12594 could gain full control over the affected Symantec Messaging Gateway appliance.
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