CVE-2013-4672

CVE-2013-4672 is a high-severity vulnerability in Symantec Web Gateway with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-264.

Key facts

Description

The management console on the Symantec Web Gateway (SWG) appliance before 5.1.1 has an incorrect sudoers file, which allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions via a command.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-4672?
The management console on the Symantec Web Gateway (SWG) appliance before 5.1.1 has an incorrect sudoers file, which allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions via a command.
How severe is CVE-2013-4672?
CVE-2013-4672 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2013-4672 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (62nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-4672?
CVE-2013-4672 primarily affects Symantec Web Gateway. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4672?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2013-4672 published?
CVE-2013-4672 was published on 2013-08-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (8)

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