Authentication Bypass in Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager by Symantec
CVE-2016-3648

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Symantec
Status
Endpoint Protection Manager
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 June 2016

What is CVE-2016-3648?

The vulnerability in Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager (SEPM) allows remote authenticated users to exploit the Authentication Lock mechanism. This flaw enables attackers to perform brute-force password-guessing attacks on management-console accounts by manipulating input in the authorization window. It compromises the security framework and raises significant concerns regarding the protection of sensitive management interfaces.

References

https://www.symantec.com/security_response/securityupdate...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91441
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036196
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2016-3648 : Authentication Bypass in Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager by Symantec