Security readout for executives and security teams
This older Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution client flaw could let someone who already has local access raise their privileges on an affected machine. It is not described as remotely exploitable in the provided sources, but endpoint management agents often run with elevated rights, so remaining deployments deserve cleanup. Exposure is most likely on legacy systems still running Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution 6.8.x client versions before 6.9.164. Prioritize remediation where legacy Altiris clients remain on shared workstations, administrator jump hosts, or sensitive servers. The issue requires local access, but it can turn a limited account into a higher-impact compromise. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for Altiris Client Service AClient.exe.; Upgrade affected clients to 6.9.164 or later if still supported.; Check Symantec guidance for any additional vendor-specific remediation..
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- symantec-altiris-aclient-priv-escalation(41100)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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