CVE-2012-4351:Integer overflow vulnerability in Symantec PGP Desktop and Encryption Desktop allows local users to gain privileges.

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Integer overflow in pgpwded.sys in Symantec PGP Desktop 10.x and Encryption Desktop 10.3.0 before MP1 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application.

Overview

This CVE describes a vulnerability in Symantec PGP Desktop and Encryption Desktop versions 10.x and 10.3.0 before MP1. The issue is related to an integer overflow in the pgpwded.sys driver, which can be exploited by local users to escalate their privileges on the system.

Remediation

To remediate this vulnerability, users are advised to update their Symantec PGP Desktop and Encryption Desktop installations to version 10.3.0 MP1 or later. It is important to regularly check for security updates from Symantec and apply them promptly to mitigate the risk of exploitation.

References

  1. SecurityFocus BID: 57170
  2. Symantec Security Advisory: Symantec Security Advisory

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  1. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  2. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  3. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  4. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  5. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  6. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  7. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  8. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  9. Construction
    Construction
  10. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  11. Information
    Information
  12. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  13. Mining
    Mining
  14. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  15. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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