Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution
CVE-2008-2287
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What is CVE-2008-2287?
The Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution 6.8.x and 6.9.x versions prior to 6.9.176 contain a vulnerability that inadequately secures its installation directory. This flaw enables local users to replace critical application components with malicious versions, such as a Trojan horse, leading to unauthorized privilege escalation. Organizations using these affected versions must prioritize updates and implement measures to safeguard their systems against potential exploitation.