Local Authentication Bypass in HPE System Management Homepage for Windows and Linux
CVE-2017-12553

5.6MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
HP
Status
System Management Homepage For Windows And Linux
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 February 2018

Summary

A vulnerability exists in the HPE System Management Homepage for Windows and Linux, allowing for local authentication bypass. This flaw can enable unauthorized access to sensitive system management features, putting user data and system integrity at risk. It is critical to upgrade to version 7.6.1 or later to mitigate this issue and safeguard against potential exploits.

Affected Version(s)

System Management Homepage for Windows and Linux prior to 7.6.1

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039437
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101029
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID
https://support.hpe.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docId=emr...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.6
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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