CVE-2024-23617
CVSS 3.1 Score 9.6 of 10 (high)
Details
Summary
CVE-2024-23617 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that affects Symantec Data Loss Prevention version 14.0.2 and earlier. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote, unauthenticated attacker who tricks a user into opening a specially crafted document, leading to code execution. The vulnerability has a high severity rating, with a base score of 9.6 out of 10. It poses a significant danger to organizations as it can result in unauthorized access to sensitive data and potential compromise of the affected system. To remediate this vulnerability, users should update to the latest version of Symantec Data Loss Prevention that includes the necessary security patches.
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