Command Execution Vulnerability in IBM Sterling External Authentication Server
CVE-2013-0517

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Sterling External Authentication Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 February 2020

What is CVE-2013-0517?

A command execution vulnerability exists in IBM Sterling External Authentication Server versions 2.2.0, 2.3.01, 2.4.0, and 2.4.1. This flaw allows local malicious users to potentially execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system through unspecified means. Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to a severe compromise of system integrity, allowing attackers to gain unauthorized access and control over the system resources.

Affected Version(s)

Sterling External Authentication Server 2.2.0

Sterling External Authentication Server 2.3.01

Sterling External Authentication Server 2.4.0

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/59807
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https://www.ibm.com/blogs/psirt/security-bulletin-multipl...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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