Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2019-9702 is a privilege escalation issue in Symantec Endpoint Encryption before SEE 11.3.0. A lower-privileged user may gain access to protected resources. The public bundle does not include CVSS, CWE, exploit details, or attack prerequisites, so urgency depends on whether affected SEE versions remain deployed. Exposure is limited to environments running Symantec Endpoint Encryption before SEE 11.3.0. This is most relevant to managed endpoints where users have low-privileged access. The bundle does not identify internet exposure, affected operating systems, or specific product components. Handle through vulnerability management rather than emergency response unless affected versions are widespread or on high-risk endpoints. The key business question is whether pre-11.3.0 SEE remains installed. Absence of CVSS and exploitation evidence lowers confidence, not impact potential. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Symantec Endpoint Encryption to SEE 11.3.0 or later where deployed.; Review Symantec advisory SYMSA1485 for official remediation and upgrade guidance.; Prioritize endpoints used by shared, contractor, or lower-trust accounts..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://support.symantec.com/us/en/article.SYMSA1485.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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