IBM WebSphere Application Server Java plugin privilege escalation
| websphere-javaplugin-privilege-escalation (42116) |  High Risk |
Description:
An unspecified vulnerability in the IBM WebSphere Application Server Java plugin could allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability using an untrusted applet to gain elevated privileges on the system.
Platforms Affected:
- IBM, WebSphere Application Server 5.0.2
Remedy:
Refer to IBM APAR PK65161 for patch, upgrade or suggested workaround information. See References.
Consequences:
Gain Access
References:
- IBM APAR PK65161, A SECURITY VULNERABILITY at http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1PK65161.
- BID-28997: IBM WebSphere Application Server Java Plugin Security Bypass Vulnerability
- CVE-2008-2221: Unspecified vulnerability in the Java plugin in IBM WebSphere Application Server 5.0.2 allows untrusted applets to gain privileges via unknown attack vectors.
- SA29976: IBM WebSphere Application Server Java Plugin Security Bypass
- SECTRACK ID: 1019956: IBM WebSphere Java Plug-in Bug Lets Remote Users Gain Privileges
- VUPEN/ADV-2008-1411: IBM WebSphere Application Server Java Plugin Vulnerability
Reported:
Apr 28, 2008
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