Vulnerability Description
Symantec PGP Desktop 10.x, and Encryption Desktop Professional 10.3.x before 10.3.2 MP2, on OS X uses world-writable permissions for temporary files, which allows local users to bypass intended restrictions on file reading, modification, creation, and permission changes via unspecified vectors.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec | Encryption Desktop | 10.3.0 |
| Symantec | Pgp Desktop | 10.0.0 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/59421
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68077
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030454
- http://www.symantec.com/security_response/securityupdates/detail.jsp?fid=securitVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/59421
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68077
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030454
- http://www.symantec.com/security_response/securityupdates/detail.jsp?fid=securitVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-3431?
CVE-2014-3431 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Symantec PGP Desktop 10.x, and Encryption Desktop Professional 10.3.x before 10.3.2 MP2, on OS X uses world-writable permissions for temporary files, which allows local users to bypass intended restri...
How severe is CVE-2014-3431?
CVE-2014-3431 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-3431?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Symantec Encryption Desktop, Symantec Pgp Desktop, Apple Mac Os X.