CVE-2018-5239
CVE-2018-5239 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Symantec Norton App Lock with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.2)
- CVSS v2: 7.2
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (31st percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Affected product: Symantec Norton App Lock
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Norton App Lock prior to v1.3.0.332 can be susceptible to a bypass exploit. In this type of circumstance, the exploit can allow the user to circumvent the app to prevent it from locking the device, thereby allowing the individual to gain device access.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2018-5239?
- Norton App Lock prior to v1.3.0.332 can be susceptible to a bypass exploit. In this type of circumstance, the exploit can allow the user to circumvent the app to prevent it from locking the device, thereby allowing the individual to gain device access.
- How severe is CVE-2018-5239?
- CVE-2018-5239 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.2, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over physical access with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2018-5239 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2018-5239?
- CVE-2018-5239 affects Symantec Norton App Lock. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2018-5239?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2018-5239 published?
- CVE-2018-5239 was published on 2018-07-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:symantec:norton_app_lock:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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