LDAP Implementation Vulnerability in Apache Hive and IBM InfoSphere Products
CVE-2015-1772

7.3HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
IBM
Status
Infosphere Biginsights
Vendor
CVE Published:
21 December 2015

Summary

The LDAP implementation in Apache Hive and IBM InfoSphere BigInsights mishandles unauthenticated and anonymous bind configurations. This flaw allows remote attackers to craft deceptive LDAP requests, potentially bypassing authentication measures and gaining unauthorized access to sensitive systems. Users of Apache Hive prior to version 1.0.1 and 1.1.x before 1.1.1, as well as specific versions of IBM InfoSphere BigInsights, should ensure that proper security configurations are applied to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability.

References

http://mail-archives.apache.org/mod_mbox/www-announce/201...
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http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21969546
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https://www.cloudera.com/documentation/other/security-bul...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.3
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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