CVE-2013-5636: Unlock.exe in Media Encryption EPM Explorer in Check Point Endpoint Security through E80.50 does not associ...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This vulnerability affects Check Point Endpoint Security Media Encryption EPM Explorer through E80.50. A person with physical access could make repeated password attempts without the device-locking mechanism reliably tying failures to the device. That weakens protection for encrypted removable media or protected devices. Exposure appears limited to environments still using Check Point Endpoint Security Media Encryption EPM Explorer through E80.50, especially where protected media may be lost, stolen, or physically accessed. Prioritize if the organization still depends on this legacy Check Point media-encryption workflow. The business risk is localized but meaningful because it weakens lockout protections when an attacker has physical access. Mitigation focus: Check Check Point advisory sk96589 for supported remediation guidance.; Upgrade or retire affected Endpoint Security versions if vendor guidance requires it.; Restrict physical access to protected media and managed endpoints..

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Jun 14, 2026, 15:13 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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