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CVE-2012-0304

UnknownEPSS 0.35%

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CVE-2012-0304 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Symantec LiveUpdate Administrator before 2.3.1 uses weak permissions (Everyone: Full Control) for the installation directory, which allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse file.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Symantec LiveUpdate Administrator before 2.3.1 uses weak permissions (Everyone: Full Control) for the installation directory, which allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.35%

26.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
SymantecLiveupdate Administrator<= 2.3.0
SymantecLiveupdate Administrator1.5.3.21
SymantecLiveupdate Administrator1.5.4
SymantecLiveupdate Administrator1.5.7.19
SymantecLiveupdate Administrator2.1.0
SymantecLiveupdate Administrator2.1.2
SymantecLiveupdate Administrator2.1.3
SymantecLiveupdate Administrator2.2.1
SymantecLiveupdate Administrator2.2.2
SymantecLiveupdate Administrator2.2.2.9

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-0304?
Symantec LiveUpdate Administrator before 2.3.1 uses weak permissions (Everyone: Full Control) for the installation directory, which allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse file.
How severe is CVE-2012-0304?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-0304 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0304?
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