Open Redirect Vulnerability in Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager
CVE-2016-5304

6.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

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

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2016-5304?

The open redirect vulnerability in Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager allows remote authenticated users to manipulate the report-routing component. This exploitation enables attackers to redirect unsuspecting users to arbitrary and potentially harmful websites, effectively facilitating phishing attacks through various unspecified vectors. Proper security measures and timely updates are essential to mitigate this risk.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2016-5304 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.symantec.com/security_response/securityupdate...
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036196
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91447
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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