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CVE-2005-3270: Untrusted search path vulnerability in DiskMountNotify for Symantec Norton AntiVirus 9.0.3 allows local use...

Untrusted search path vulnerability in DiskMountNotify for Symantec Norton AntiVirus 9.0.3 allows local users to gain privileges by modifying the PATH to reference a malicious (1) ps or (2) grep file.

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This is an old local privilege escalation issue in Symantec Norton AntiVirus 9.0.3. A logged-in local user could influence how DiskMountNotify finds helper programs and potentially run attacker-controlled code with higher privileges. It is not a remote internet-facing issue based on the provided sources. Exposure is likely limited to systems still running Symantec Norton AntiVirus 9.0.3 with local user access. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete, so inventory confirmation is required. Treat as a cleanup and legacy endpoint risk unless affected systems are still in use. Prioritize remediation where shared workstations, labs, or servers allow local user access. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for Symantec Norton AntiVirus 9.0.3.; Check Symantec or archived vendor guidance for fixed versions or workarounds.; Retire or replace unsupported affected installations where feasible..

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