CVE-2016-6585
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 1.39%
Last modified
CVE-2016-6585 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A Denial of Service vulnerability exists in Symantec Norton Mobile Security for Android prior to 3.16, which could let a remote malicious user conduct a man-in-the-middle attack via specially crafted JavaScript.. EPSS estimates a 1.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A Denial of Service vulnerability exists in Symantec Norton Mobile Security for Android prior to 3.16, which could let a remote malicious user conduct a man-in-the-middle attack via specially crafted JavaScript.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec | Norton Mobile Security | < 3.16 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93900Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037225Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.symantec.com/us/en/article.symsa1384.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93900Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037225Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.symantec.com/us/en/article.symsa1384.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-6585?
A Denial of Service vulnerability exists in Symantec Norton Mobile Security for Android prior to 3.16, which could let a remote malicious user conduct a man-in-the-middle attack via specially crafted JavaScript.
How severe is CVE-2016-6585?
CVE-2016-6585 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6585?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2016-6585?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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