CVE-2005-2017: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-2017: Symantec AntiVirus 9 Corporate Edition allows local users to gain privileges via the "Scan for viruses" opt...

Symantec AntiVirus 9 Corporate Edition allows local users to gain privileges via the "Scan for viruses" option, which launches a help window with raised privileges, a re-introduction of a vulnerability that was originally identified and addressed by CVE-2002-1540.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 16, 2024, 22:21 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a legacy local privilege escalation in Symantec AntiVirus 9 Corporate Edition. A user already on the machine could use the product’s virus-scan option to open a privileged help window and gain higher privileges. Exposure is most likely limited to organizations retaining Symantec AntiVirus 9 Corporate Edition on legacy hosts. The bundle does not identify broader affected versions or CPEs. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless the product is present on sensitive systems. Prioritize inventory first because current exposure is uncertain from the provided sources. Mitigation focus: Inventory hosts for Symantec AntiVirus 9 Corporate Edition.; Review the Symantec advisory for vendor-confirmed remediation guidance.; Retire or replace unsupported legacy antivirus installations where feasible..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 18:15 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Aug 29, 2005, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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