Red Hat Directory Server jars directory insecure permissions

rhds-jars-insecure-permissions (41152) The risk level is classified as MediumMedium Risk

Description:

Red Hat Directory Server uses insecure permissions on the jars directory. A local attacker could exploit this vulnerability to modify Java Archive (JAR) files or execute arbitrary code on the system using unknown attack vectors.

Platforms Affected:

  • RedHat, Directory Server 7.1

Remedy:

Refer to RHSA-2008:0173-3 for patch, upgrade or suggested workaround information. See References.

Consequences:

Gain Privileges

References:

  • BID-28204: Red Hat Directory Server 7.1 Local Insecure Permissions Vulnerability
  • CVE-2008-0890: Red Hat Directory Server 7.1 before SP4 uses insecure permissions for certain directories, which allows local users to modify JAR files and execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors.
  • RHSA-2008-0173: Important: Red Hat Directory Server 7.1 Service Pack 4 security update
  • SA29350: Red Hat Directory Server Insecure Directory Permissions
  • SECTRACK ID: 1019577: Red Hat Directory Server Lets Local Users Gain Elevated Privileges

Reported:

Mar 11, 2008

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