Identity and access security
CVE-2024-36456: Symantec Privileged Access Manager Remote Command Execution vulnerability
This vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to achieve remote command execution on the affected PAM system by uploading a specially crafted PAM upgrade file.
Published
ExploitedNot in CISA KEV
Ransomware useNot reportedPer CISA
SeverityCRITICALCVSS 4.0 9.4
EPSS0.94%Chance of exploitation in 30 days
Public exploitNot tracked
FixNot yet
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Affected and fixed versions
| Product / branch | Fixed in |
|---|---|
| Symantec Privileged Access Management 4.1 | See the advisory |
| Symantec Privileged Access Management 3.4 | See the advisory |
Always confirm against the vendor advisory, which lists every fixed hotfix.
What it is
This vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to achieve remote command execution on the affected PAM system by uploading a specially crafted PAM upgrade file.
Sources
KEV status, EPSS score and vendor data refreshed automatically, last on 10 Oct 2026.