Vulnerability Description
The management console on the Symantec Web Gateway (SWG) appliance before 5.1.1 has an incorrect sudoers file, which allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions via a command.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec | Web Gateway | <= 5.1 |
| Symantec | Web Gateway Appliance 8450 | - |
| Symantec | Web Gateway Appliance 8490 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/95695
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/122556/Symantec-Web-Gateway-XSS-CSRF-SQL-In
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/61104
- http://www.symantec.com/security_response/securityupdates/detail.jsp?fid=securitVendor Advisory
- https://www.sec-consult.com/fxdata/seccons/prod/temedia/advisories_txt/20130726-
- http://osvdb.org/95695
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/122556/Symantec-Web-Gateway-XSS-CSRF-SQL-In
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/61104
- http://www.symantec.com/security_response/securityupdates/detail.jsp?fid=securitVendor Advisory
- https://www.sec-consult.com/fxdata/seccons/prod/temedia/advisories_txt/20130726-
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-4672?
CVE-2013-4672 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The management console on the Symantec Web Gateway (SWG) appliance before 5.1.1 has an incorrect sudoers file, which allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions via a command.
How severe is CVE-2013-4672?
CVE-2013-4672 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-2013-4672?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Symantec Web Gateway, Symantec Web Gateway Appliance 8450, Symantec Web Gateway Appliance 8490.