CVE-2024-38496: Symantec Privileged Access Manager Insecure Direct Object Reference vulnerability

Published Jul 15, 2024
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Updated

The vulnerability allows a malicious low-privileged PAM user to access information about other PAM users and their group memberships.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Symantec Privileged Access Manager

Event History

Jul 15, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:16 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-38496?

CVE-2024-38496 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How can I fix CVE-2024-38496?

To fix CVE-2024-38496, update to the latest version of Symantec Privileged Access Manager that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-38496?

CVE-2024-38496 affects low-privileged PAM users in Symantec Privileged Access Manager.

4

What are the risks associated with CVE-2024-38496?

The risk associated with CVE-2024-38496 is that a low-privileged user can access sensitive information about other PAM users.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-38496?

Currently, there are no official workarounds for CVE-2024-38496; updating the software is the recommended solution.

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