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CVE-2005-2766

UnknownEPSS 0.40%

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CVE-2005-2766 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition 9.0.1.x and 9.0.4.x, and possibly other versions, when obtaining updates from an internal LiveUpdate server, stores sensitive information in cleartext in the Log.Liveupdate log file, which allows attackers to obtain the username and password to the internal LiveUpdate server.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition 9.0.1.x and 9.0.4.x, and possibly other versions, when obtaining updates from an internal LiveUpdate server, stores sensitive information in cleartext in the Log.Liveupdate log file, which allows attackers to obtain the username and password to the internal LiveUpdate server.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.40%

32.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
SymantecNorton Antivirus9.0.1.1.1000
SymantecNorton Antivirus9.0.4

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-2766?
Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition 9.0.1.x and 9.0.4.x, and possibly other versions, when obtaining updates from an internal LiveUpdate server, stores sensitive information in cleartext in the Log.Liveupdate log file, which allows attackers to obtain the username and password to the internal LiveUpdate server.
How severe is CVE-2005-2766?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2766 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2766?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST