Identity and access security
CVE-2024-36457: Symantec Privileged Access Manager Authentication Bypass vulnerability
The vulnerability allows an attacker to bypass the authentication requirements for a specific PAM endpoint.
Published
ExploitedNot in CISA KEV
Ransomware useNot reportedPer CISA
SeverityMEDIUMCVSS 4.0 5.3
EPSS0.29%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
The vulnerability allows an attacker to bypass the authentication requirements for a specific PAM endpoint.
Sources
KEV status, EPSS score and vendor data refreshed automatically, last on 10 Oct 2026.