Kernel Memory Leak Vulnerability in Symantec Encryption Desktop
CVE-2017-13682

5.7MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Symantec Corporation

Status
Symantec Encryption Desktop
Vendor
CVE Published:
23 October 2017

What is CVE-2017-13682?

In Symantec Encryption Desktop prior to version 10.4.1 MP2HF1, a kernel memory leak occurs when memory allocations are incorrectly managed, preventing the release of memory that is no longer required. This can lead to inefficient memory usage, and potential system instability due to excessive memory consumption.

Affected Version(s)

Symantec Encryption Desktop prior to SED 10.4.1 MP2HF1

References

https://www.symantec.com/security_response/securityupdate...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101497
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.7
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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