CVE-2003-0724 — HIGH (7.5) — White Hats Nepal

Vulnerability Description

ssh on HP Tru64 UNIX 5.1B and 5.1A does not properly handle RSA signatures when digital certificates and RSA keys are used, which could allow local and remote attackers to gain privileges.

CVSS Score

7.5

HIGH

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P

Confidentiality

PARTIAL

Integrity

PARTIAL

Availability

PARTIAL

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Compaq	Tru64	5.1a

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/advisories/5736Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8492PatchVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/advisories/5736Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8492PatchVendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2003-0724?

CVE-2003-0724 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). ssh on HP Tru64 UNIX 5.1B and 5.1A does not properly handle RSA signatures when digital certificates and RSA keys are used, which could allow local and remote attackers to gain privileges.

How severe is CVE-2003-0724?

CVE-2003-0724 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2003-0724?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Compaq Tru64.