CVE-2024-23617

Broadcom Symantec Data Center Security Server vulnerability

9.6 CRITICALEPSS 1.66%

Published25 Jan 2024

Description

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Symantec Data Loss Prevention version 14.0.2 and before. A remote, unauthenticated attacker can exploit this vulnerability by enticing a user to open a crafted document to achieve code execution.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork

Attack complexityLow

Privileges requiredNone

User interactionRequired

ScopeChanged

ConfidentialityHigh

IntegrityHigh

AvailabilityHigh

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Broadcom Symantec Data Center Security Server≤ 14.0.2

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2024-23617 being actively exploited?

CVE-2024-23617 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 1.66%.

How severe is CVE-2024-23617?

CVE-2024-23617 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.6, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 1.66% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2024-23617?

Affected products include Broadcom Symantec Data Center Security Server.

How do I fix CVE-2024-23617?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.