Directory Traversal Vulnerability in Symantec Messaging Gateway
CVE-2016-5312

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Symantec
Status
Messaging Gateway
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 April 2017

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 40%

What is CVE-2016-5312?

A directory traversal vulnerability exists in the charting component of Symantec Messaging Gateway prior to version 10.6.2. This flaw permits remote authenticated users to exploit the system by manipulating the 'sn' parameter in requests, enabling them to retrieve arbitrary files from the server's file system. This vulnerability can lead to exposure of sensitive data, thus presenting significant security risks to organizations utilizing affected versions of the product.

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-2016-5312 - Proof of Concept

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93148
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http://www.symantec.com/security_response/securityupdates...
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http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/138891/Symantec-Mess...
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EPSS Score

40% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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