Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in the set_log_config function in regclnt.dll in unifid.exe in NetIQ Privileged User Manager 2.3.x before 2.3.1 HF2 allows remote authenticated users to create or overwrite arbitrary files via directory traversal sequences in a log pathname.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microfocus | Privileged User Manager | 2.3.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://download.novell.com/Download?buildid=K6-PmbPjduA~
- http://retrogod.altervista.org/9sg_novell_netiq_i_adv.htm
- https://www.netiq.com/support/kb/doc.php?id=7011385Vendor Advisory
- http://download.novell.com/Download?buildid=K6-PmbPjduA~
- http://retrogod.altervista.org/9sg_novell_netiq_i_adv.htm
- https://www.netiq.com/support/kb/doc.php?id=7011385Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-5931?
CVE-2012-5931 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). Directory traversal vulnerability in the set_log_config function in regclnt.dll in unifid.exe in NetIQ Privileged User Manager 2.3.x before 2.3.1 HF2 allows remote authenticated users to create or ove...
How severe is CVE-2012-5931?
CVE-2012-5931 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-5931?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microfocus Privileged User Manager.