Privilege Escalation in Symantec Endpoint Protection and Symantec Endpoint Protection Small Business Edition
CVE-2019-12750
Key Information:
- Vendor
Symantec
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 31 July 2019
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What is CVE-2019-12750?
Symantec Endpoint Protection and its Small Business Edition versions are vulnerable to a privilege escalation issue. This vulnerability allows attackers to exploit the software to gain elevated access to restricted resources, which are typically secured against unauthorized application or user access. Proper system configurations and updates are crucial to mitigate this risk and protect sensitive information.

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Affected Version(s)
Symantec Endpoint Protection, Symantec Endpoint Protection Small Business Edition Prior to 14.2 RU1 & 12.1 RU6 MP10, Prior to 12.1 RU6 MP10c (12.1.7491.7002)
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.
References
CVSS V3.1
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Exploit known to exist
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved