HP-UX Software Distributor privilege escalation
| hpux-software-privilege-escalation (61394) |  High Risk |
Description:
An unspecified vulnerability in HP-UX, when running Software Distributor, could allow a local attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system using unknown attack vectors.
Consequences:
Gain Privileges
Remedy:
Refer to HPSBUX02552 SSRT100062 for patch, upgrade or suggested workaround information. See References.
References:
- HPSBUX02552 SSRT100062: HP-UX running Software Distributor (sd), Local Privilege Increase, Unauthorized Access.
- BID-42755: HP-UX Software Distributor Unspecified Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
- CVE-2010-2712: Unspecified vulnerability in Software Distributor (sd) in HP HP-UX B.11.11, B.11.23, and B.11.31 allows local users to gain privileges via unknown vectors.
- OSVDB ID: 67537: HP-UX Software Distributor Unspecified Local Privilege Escalation
- SA41163: HP-UX Software Distributor Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
- SECTRACK ID: 1024367: HP Software Distributor Lets Local Users Gain Elevated Privileges
- VUPEN/ADV-2010-2214: HP-UX Software Distributor Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Platforms Affected:
- HP HP-UX B.11.11
- HP HP-UX B.11.23
- HP HP-UX B.11.31
Reported:
Aug 25, 2010
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