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CVE-2020-5837

HighPublished

Symantec Endpoint Protection, prior to 14.3, may not respect file permissions when writing to log files that are replaced by symbolic links, which can lead...

Published: May 11, 2020
Updated: Aug 4, 2024
Assigning CNA: symantec
Evidence observed: Aug 7, 2026

Primary CVSS

7.8/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 3.1

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS probability estimate

0.7%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 52.9%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

Symantec Endpoint Protection, prior to 14.3, may not respect file permissions when writing to log files that are replaced by symbolic links, which can lead to a potential elevation of privilege.

Sources

SEP-14.2-Arbitrary-WriteExploit
CVE-2020-5837 exploit

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