CVE-2017-15532

Name: CVE-2017-15532
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-12-20T18:29:00.95+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.37%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-15532 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Prior to 10.6.4, Symantec Messaging Gateway may be susceptible to a path traversal attack (also known as directory traversal). These types of attacks aim to access files and directories that are stored outside the web root folder. EPSS estimates a 1.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Prior to 10.6.4, Symantec Messaging Gateway may be susceptible to a path traversal attack (also known as directory traversal). These types of attacks aim to access files and directories that are stored outside the web root folder. By manipulating variables, it may be possible to access arbitrary files and directories stored on the file system including application source code or configuration and critical system files.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.37%

68.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-22

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Symantec	Messaging Gateway	< 10.6.4

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102096Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.symantec.com/security_response/securityupdates/detail.jsp?fid=security_advisory&pvid=security_advisory&year=&suid=20171220_00Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102096Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.symantec.com/security_response/securityupdates/detail.jsp?fid=security_advisory&pvid=security_advisory&year=&suid=20171220_00Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 20, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-15532?

How severe is CVE-2017-15532?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-15532 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-15532?

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