Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2015-1486 lets a remote attacker bypass authentication in the Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager 12.1 management console before 12.1-RU6-MP1. Successful exploitation could create an administrative session, putting endpoint security administration at risk. Organizations are exposed if they still run SEPM 12.1 versions earlier than 12.1-RU6-MP1, especially where the management console is reachable by untrusted networks. Prioritize this for any remaining legacy SEPM 12.1 environment. The business concern is unauthorized control of endpoint security management, which can weaken protection across many managed systems. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected SEPM 12.1 deployments to 12.1-RU6-MP1 or a later supported release.; Review Symantec advisory guidance before remediation planning.; Restrict management console access to trusted administrative networks..
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- 37812CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
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