Vulnerability Description
Symantec Endpoint Protection, prior to 14.3, may not respect file permissions when writing to log files that are replaced by symbolic links, which can lead to a potential elevation of privilege.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec | Endpoint Protection | < 14.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://support.broadcom.com/security-advisory/security-advisory-detail.html?notVendor Advisory
- https://support.broadcom.com/security-advisory/security-advisory-detail.html?notVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-5837?
CVE-2020-5837 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Symantec Endpoint Protection, prior to 14.3, may not respect file permissions when writing to log files that are replaced by symbolic links, which can lead to a potential elevation of privilege.
How severe is CVE-2020-5837?
CVE-2020-5837 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-5837?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Symantec Endpoint Protection.