CVE-2019-12753 : Security Advisory and Response

Symantec Reporter version 10.3 up to 10.3.2.5 is affected by an information disclosure vulnerability that could allow unauthorized access to sensitive data.

Understanding CVE-2019-12753

This CVE identifies a security flaw in the web user interface of Symantec Reporter, potentially leading to unauthorized access to external server passwords.

What is CVE-2019-12753?

The vulnerability in Symantec Reporter version 10.3 up to 10.3.2.5 exposes a flaw that could enable a malicious administrator to access passwords of various external servers without proper authorization.

The Impact of CVE-2019-12753

The vulnerability could result in unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information, including passwords for SMTP, FTP, FTPS, LDAP, and Cloud Log Download servers, as well as other users' passwords within the Reporter web UI.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-12753

Symantec Reporter version 10.3 up to 10.3.2.5 is susceptible to the following:

Vulnerability Description

An information disclosure flaw in the web UI
Unauthorized access to external server passwords

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Symantec Reporter
Vendor: Symantec Corporation
Versions: Reporter 10.3 prior to 10.3.2.5

Exploitation Mechanism

Malicious administrator with appropriate authentication
Access to passwords of external servers

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2019-12753, consider the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the necessary security patches provided by Symantec
Monitor and restrict access to sensitive information

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and maintain security protocols
Conduct security audits and assessments to identify vulnerabilities

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates from Symantec
Implement a robust password management policy to enhance security