Vulnerability Description
consoleinst.sh in IBM Installation Manager before 1.7.4.4 and 1.8.x before 1.8.4 and Packaging Utility before 1.7.4.4 and 1.8.x before 1.8.4 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse program that is located in /tmp with a name based on a predicted PID value.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Installation Manager | 1.7.4.3 |
| Ibm | Packaging Utility | <= 1.7.4.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21971295Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/77558
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21971295Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/77558
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-7442?
CVE-2015-7442 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.0 (HIGH). consoleinst.sh in IBM Installation Manager before 1.7.4.4 and 1.8.x before 1.8.4 and Packaging Utility before 1.7.4.4 and 1.8.x before 1.8.4 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse pr...
How severe is CVE-2015-7442?
CVE-2015-7442 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-7442?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Installation Manager, Ibm Packaging Utility.