Vulnerability Description
The GetInstalledPackages function in the configuration tool in HP Application Lifestyle Management (ALM) 11 on AIX, HP-UX, and Solaris allows local users to gain privileges via (1) a Trojan horse /tmp/tmp.txt FIFO or (2) a symlink attack on /tmp/tmp.txt.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hp | Application Lifestyle Management | 11 |
| Hp | Hp-Ux | All versions |
| Ibm | Aix | All versions |
| Sun | Sunos | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://0a29.blogspot.com/2011/12/0a29-11-2-privilege-escalation.htmlExploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47040Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/520783/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/71698
- http://0a29.blogspot.com/2011/12/0a29-11-2-privilege-escalation.htmlExploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47040Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/520783/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/71698
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-4834?
CVE-2011-4834 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). The GetInstalledPackages function in the configuration tool in HP Application Lifestyle Management (ALM) 11 on AIX, HP-UX, and Solaris allows local users to gain privileges via (1) a Trojan horse /tmp...
How severe is CVE-2011-4834?
CVE-2011-4834 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-4834?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hp Application Lifestyle Management, Hp Hp-Ux, Ibm Aix, Sun Sunos.