Norton App Lock, prior to 1.4.0.503, may 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 other apps on the device, thereby allowing the individual to gain access.
This vulnerability carries a MEDIUM severity rating with a CVSS v3.1 score of 5.6, but requires specific conditions to be met though user interaction is required . The vulnerability impacts confidentiality (data exposure), integrity (unauthorized modifications), and limited availability for affected systems. Impacting 1 product from symantec organizations running these solutions should prioritize assessment and patching.
First disclosed in 2019, this vulnerability was reported during a period defined by widespread IoT adoption challenges, mobile security concerns, and the emergence of advanced persistent threat (APT) techniques. Contemporary mitigation strategies focused on secure development practices and third-party component vetting.
2019-11-18T21:15:12.433
2024-11-21T04:33:09.420
Modified
CVSSv3.1: 5.6 (MEDIUM)
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
3.4
6.4
| Type | Vendor | Product | Version/Range | Vulnerable? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application | symantec | norton_app_lock | < 1.4.0.503 | Yes |
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