Vulnerability Description
The client for Symantec Norton AntiVirus Corporate Edition 7.5.x before 7.5.1 Build 62 and 7.6.x before 7.6.1 Build 35a runs winhlp32 with raised privileges, which allows local users to gain privileges by using certain features of winhlp32.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec | Norton Antivirus | corporate_7.5 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-10/0346.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-10/0369.html
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10475.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/6258
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-10/0346.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-10/0369.html
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10475.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/6258
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1540?
CVE-2002-1540 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The client for Symantec Norton AntiVirus Corporate Edition 7.5.x before 7.5.1 Build 62 and 7.6.x before 7.6.1 Build 35a runs winhlp32 with raised privileges, which allows local users to gain privilege...
How severe is CVE-2002-1540?
CVE-2002-1540 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-1540?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Symantec Norton Antivirus.