Short Name |
APP:SYMC:WEB-GW-PWD-CHG |
---|---|
Severity |
Minor |
Recommended |
No |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
APP |
Keywords |
Symantec Web Gateway Password Change |
Release Date |
2013/01/17 |
Update Number |
2225 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.0+, j-series-9.5+, mx-11.4+, srx-12.1+, srx-branch-12.1+, vmx-17.4+, vsrx-12.1+, vsrx3bsd-18.2+ |
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known flaw in Symantec Web Gateway. A successful attack may allow attackers to change another user's password allowing them to gain unauthorized access in the context of the affected user.
Symantec Web Gateway is prone to a security-bypass vulnerability. Successful exploits may allow attackers to change another user's password allowing them to gain unauthorized access in the context of the affected user. This may aid in further attacks. Symantec Web Gateway versions 5.0.x.x are vulnerable.