CVE-2020-5834
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 1.65%
Last modified
CVE-2020-5834 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager, prior to 14.3, may be susceptible to a directory traversal attack that could allow a remote actor to determine the size of files in the directory.. EPSS estimates a 1.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager, prior to 14.3, may be susceptible to a directory traversal attack that could allow a remote actor to determine the size of files in the directory.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec | Endpoint Protection Manager | < 14.3 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-5834?
Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager, prior to 14.3, may be susceptible to a directory traversal attack that could allow a remote actor to determine the size of files in the directory.
How severe is CVE-2020-5834?
CVE-2020-5834 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-5834?
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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