Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2016-6591 is a local security bypass in Symantec Norton App Lock 1.0.3.186 and earlier. If application pinning is enabled, a malicious local user could bypass intended restrictions. The public bundle does not provide severity scoring, patch details, or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is limited to devices running Symantec Norton App Lock 1.0.3.186 or earlier, especially where application pinning is enabled and local users can physically or interactively access the device. Treat as a targeted local-access risk rather than an internet-scale emergency. Prioritize environments where Norton App Lock protects shared, kiosk, or sensitive devices, because the control itself may be bypassable under the stated condition. Mitigation focus: Inventory Norton App Lock installations and versions.; Check Symantec advisory SYMSA1386 for official remediation guidance.; Upgrade or remove affected versions if vendor guidance recommends it..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://support.symantec.com/us/en/article.symsa1386.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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