Cleartext Password Storage in Symantec LiveUpdate by Symantec
CVE-2001-0549

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Symantec
Status
Liveupdate
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 August 2001

What is CVE-2001-0549?

Symantec LiveUpdate 1.5 is vulnerable due to the storage of proxy passwords in cleartext within a registry key. This design flaw can potentially allow local users with access to the registry to discover sensitive proxy credentials, posing a risk of unauthorized access to network resources. It is essential for users to be aware of this vulnerability and take appropriate measures to secure sensitive information.

References

http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/814187
third-party-advisoryx_refsource_CERT-VN
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7013
vdb-entryx_refsource_XF
http://www.sarc.com/avcenter/security/Content/2001_07_20....
x_refsource_CONFIRM

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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