Vulnerability Description
In Symantec Encryption Desktop before SED 10.4.1 MP2HF1, a kernel memory leak is a type of resource leak that can occur when a computer program incorrectly manages memory allocations in such a way that memory which is no longer needed is not released. In object-oriented programming, a memory leak may happen when an object is stored in memory but cannot be accessed by the running code.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec | Encryption Desktop | >= 10.3.0, <= 10.4.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101497Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.symantec.com/security_response/securityupdates/detail.jsp?fid=securiVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101497Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.symantec.com/security_response/securityupdates/detail.jsp?fid=securiVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-13682?
CVE-2017-13682 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.7 (MEDIUM). In Symantec Encryption Desktop before SED 10.4.1 MP2HF1, a kernel memory leak is a type of resource leak that can occur when a computer program incorrectly manages memory allocations in such a way tha...
How severe is CVE-2017-13682?
CVE-2017-13682 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-13682?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Symantec Encryption Desktop.