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Symantec PGP Desktop versions 10.0.x through 10.2.x and Encryption Desktop Professional versions 10.3.x before 10.3.2 MP1 do not properly perform memory copies. This vulnerability could be exploited by remote attackers to trigger a denial of service condition, leading to a read access violation and application crash, by sending a specially crafted certificate.
Overview
This CVE describes a vulnerability in Symantec PGP Desktop and Encryption Desktop Professional that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by exploiting a memory copy issue. The affected versions are PGP Desktop 10.0.x through 10.2.x and Encryption Desktop Professional 10.3.x before 10.3.2 MP1.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, users are advised to update their Symantec PGP Desktop to version 10.3.2 MP1 or later. It is important to apply the latest security updates provided by Symantec to mitigate the risk of exploitation.
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Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- ConstructionConstruction
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
