Local Unauthorized Elevation of Privilege in HPE Smart Update Manager
CVE-2019-11987

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
HP
Status
HPe Smart Update Manager
Vendor
CVE Published:
5 June 2019

Summary

A vulnerability exists in HPE Smart Update Manager (SUM), which could allow an unauthorized local user to elevate their privileges. This security flaw, present in versions prior to v8.4, could have significant implications if exploited, allowing the user to carry out actions without proper authorization. To safeguard your systems, it is recommended to update to the latest version and apply necessary security measures.

Affected Version(s)

HPE Smart Update Manager prior to v8.4

References

https://support.hpe.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docLocale...
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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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