IBM Tivoli Continuous Data Protection for Files weak security
| tivoli-cdp-weak-security (38215) |  Low Risk |
Description:
IBM Tivoli Continuous Data Protection for Files could provide weaker than expected security, caused by the improper permissions on the CDP global download directory. A local attacker could exploit this vulnerability to bypass security restrictions and distribute malicious files.
Platforms Affected:
- IBM, Tivoli Continuous Data Protection for Files 3.1.0
Remedy:
Refer to IBM APAR IC54264 for patch, upgrade, or suggested workaround information. See References.
Consequences:
Bypass Security
References:
- IBM APAR IC54264 , SECURITY CONCERNS WITH CENTRAL ADMIN GLOBAL DOWNLOAD DIRECTORY AND REMOTE GLOBAL DOWNLOAD DIRECTORY at http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?rs=203&context=SW000&dc=DB550&dc=D100&q1=Security+vulnerability&uid=swg1IC54264&loc=en_US&cs=UTF-8&lang=all.
- BID-26293: IBM Tivoli Continuous Data Protection for Files Insecure Default Permissions Vulnerability
- CVE-2007-5819: IBM Tivoli Continuous Data Protection for Files (CDP) 3.1.0 uses weak permissions (unrestricted write) for the Central Admin Global download directory, which allows local users to place arbitrary files into a location used for updating CDP clients.
- FrSIRT/ADV-2007-3683: IBM Tivoli Continuous Data Protection for Files Insecure Permissions
- SA27473: IBM Tivoli Continuous Data Protection for Files Insecure Permissions
Reported:
Oct 30, 2007
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