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Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager (SEPM) prior to version 14.2 RU1 is vulnerable to a privilege escalation issue. This type of vulnerability allows an attacker to potentially compromise the software application and gain elevated access to resources that are typically protected from unauthorized access.
Overview
This vulnerability affects Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager (SEPM) versions prior to 14.2 RU1. It is classified as a privilege escalation vulnerability, which could be exploited by an attacker to gain elevated privileges within the application.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, users of Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager (SEPM) are advised to update their software to version 14.2 RU1 or later. By applying the necessary security patches and updates, organizations can mitigate the risk of privilege escalation attacks targeting their SEPM installations.
References
- CVE Details: https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2018-18368
- Symantec Security Advisory: https://support.symantec.com/us/en/article.SYMSA1488.html
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.
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- 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
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
