Vulnerability Description
admin_messages.php in the management console on Symantec Web Gateway (SWG) appliances with software before 5.2.2 DB 5.0.0.1277 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with a safe extension and content type, and then leveraging an improper Sudo configuration to make this a setuid-root file.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec | Web Gateway | <= 5.2.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76726
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033625
- http://www.symantec.com/security_response/securityupdates/detail.jsp?fid=securitVendor Advisory
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-15-443/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76726
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033625
- http://www.symantec.com/security_response/securityupdates/detail.jsp?fid=securitVendor Advisory
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-15-443/
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-5692?
CVE-2015-5692 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.9 (HIGH). admin_messages.php in the management console on Symantec Web Gateway (SWG) appliances with software before 5.2.2 DB 5.0.0.1277 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code by uploading ...
How severe is CVE-2015-5692?
CVE-2015-5692 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-5692?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Symantec Web Gateway.