Indian hackers get the source code of Norton Antivirus

A group of Indian hackers claim to have the source code of Symantec’s Norton Antivirus, the 2006 version. If the claim is true, cybercriminals can use this source code to develop the virus and malwars which can bypass Norton security check.

hackers also provide a part of the source code to the InfosecIsland. InfosecIsland gave the source code to the Symantec which confirms that the part of source code has been accessed. Cris Paden, Sr. Manager for Corporate Communications at Symantec replied to InfosecIsland,”Symantec can confirm that a segment of its source code has been accessed.  Symantec’s own network was not breached, but rather that of a third party entity.”

“We are still gathering information on the details and are not in a position to provide specifics on the third party involved.”

“Presently, we have no indication that the code disclosure impacts the functionality or security of Symantec’s solutions.  Furthermore, there are no indications that customer information has been impacted or exposed at this time.”

“However, Symantec is working to develop remediation process to ensure long-term protection for our customers’ information.  We will communicate that process once the steps have been finalized.”

Though this code belongs to the older version of the antivirus so we can not say how it will help hackers to bypass Norton security checks. But it is still dangerous for the security company.