Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Symantec Products
CVE-2016-2211

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Symantec
Status
Mail Security For Microsoft Exchange
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 June 2016

What is CVE-2016-2211?

The AntiVirus Decomposer engine in multiple Symantec products is vulnerable to exploitation through specially crafted CAB files. This flaw permits remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause memory corruption, potentially leading to service disruptions or unauthorized access. Affected options include well-known security solutions such as Norton AntiVirus and Symantec Endpoint Protection, necessitating prompt remediation to protect system integrity.

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036199
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036198
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
https://www.symantec.com/security_response/securityupdate...
x_refsource_CONFIRM

EPSS Score

20% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2016-2211 : Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Symantec Products