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CVE-2003-0936: Symantec PCAnywhere 10.x and 11, when started as a service, allows attackers to gain SYSTEM privileges via...

Symantec PCAnywhere 10.x and 11, when started as a service, allows attackers to gain SYSTEM privileges via the help interface using AWHOST32.exe.

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This is a legacy Symantec pcAnywhere local privilege escalation. If pcAnywhere 10.x or 11 runs as a Windows service, a local attacker may be able to gain SYSTEM privileges through the product help interface. It matters mainly where old remote-access software remains installed on endpoints or servers. Exposure is most likely on legacy Windows systems still running Symantec pcAnywhere 10.x or 11 as a service. The bundle does not identify newer affected versions, platforms, CPEs, or internet-facing attack surface. Prioritize remediation if pcAnywhere remains on production or administrator workstations. This is old software, but successful abuse could turn limited local access into full system control. If the product is not present, urgency is low. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for Symantec pcAnywhere 10.x and 11.; Confirm whether AWHOST32.exe is configured to run as a service.; Check Symantec vendor guidance because no patch details are included here..

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