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R-003: HP-UX Running Ignite-UX Server

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October 3, 2006 22:00 GMT
PROBLEM: A potential security vulnerability has been identified in HP-UX running the Ignite-UX server. The vulnerability could be exploited to allow a remote unauthorized user to gain root access to the system running the Ignite-UX server.
PLATFORM: HP-UX B.11.00, B.11.11, B.11.23 running Ignite-UX server
DAMAGE: A remote, unauthorized user, could gain root access to the system running the Ignite-UX server.
SOLUTION: Apply current patches.
VULNERABILITY
ASSESSMENT:		 The risk is HIGH. A remote attacker could gain root access.
LINKS:  
  CIAC BULLETIN: http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/r-003.shtml
  ORIGINAL BULLETIN: http://www1.itrc.hp.com/service/cki/docDisplay.do?docId=c00778900 
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Submitted Date: 9/27/06
Title: HPSBUX02157 SSRT061220 rev.1 HP-UX Running Ignite-UX Server, Remote Unauthorized Access and Privilege Elevation
Document ID: c00778900
Last Modified Date: 9/28/06

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Document ID: c00778900

Version: 1

HPSBUX02157 SSRT061220 rev.1 HP-UX Running Ignite-UX Server, Remote Unauthorized Access and Privilege Elevation

NOTICE: The information in this Security Bulletin should be acted upon as soon as possible.

Release Date: 2006-09-27

Last Updated: 2006-09-27

Potential Security Impact: Remote unauthorized access and privilege elevation

Source: Hewlett-Packard Company, HP Software Security Response Team

VULNERABILITY SUMMARY

A potential security vulnerability has been identified in HP-UX running the Ignite-UX server. The vulnerability could be exploited to allow a remote unauthorized user to gain root access to the system running the Ignite-UX server.

References: none

SUPPORTED SOFTWARE VERSIONS*: ONLY impacted versions are listed.

HP-UX B.11.00, B.11.11, B.11.23 running Ignite-UX server.

BACKGROUND

For a PGP signed version of this security bulletin please write to: security-alert@hp.com

AFFECTED VERSIONS

To determine if an HP-UX system has an affected version, search the output of "swlist -a revision -l fileset" for one of the filesets listed below. For affected systems verify that the recommended action has been taken.

HP-UX B.11.00
HP-UX B.11.11
HP-UX B.11.23
=============
Ignite-UX.BOOT-SERVICES
action: install revision C.6.9.150 or subsequent

END AFFECTED VERSIONS

RESOLUTION

HP has made the following software updates available to resolve the issue.

Ignite-UX-11-00_C.6.9.150_HP-UX_B.11.00_32+64.depot
Ignite-UX-11-11_C.6.9.150_HP-UX_B.11.00_32+64.depot
Ignite-UX-11-23_C.6.9.150_HP-UX_B.11.00_32+64.depot
or
Ignite-UX_All_C.6.9.150.depot (contains all three depots)

These software updates are available on http://www.hp.com/go/softwaredepot .

MANUAL ACTIONS: Yes - Update
Update to Ignite-UX revision C.6.9.150 or subsequent.

PRODUCT SPECIFIC INFORMATION

HP-UX Security Patch Check: Security Patch Check revision B.02.00 analyzes all HP-issued Security Bulletins to provide a subset of recommended actions that potentially affect a specific HP-UX system. For more information:
http://software.hp.com/portal/swdepot/displayProductInfo.do?productNumber=B6834AA

HISTORY
Version:1 (rev.1) - 27 September 2006 Initial release

Support: For further information, contact normal HP Services support channel.

Report: To report a potential security vulnerability with any HP supported product, send Email to: security-alert@hp.com
It is strongly recommended that security related information being communicated to HP be encrypted using PGP, especially exploit information.
To get the security-alert PGP key, please send an e-mail message as follows:
  To: security-alert@hp.com
  Subject: get key

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To review previously published Security Bulletins visit: http://www.itrc.hp.com/service/cki/secBullArchive.do

* The Software Product Category that this Security Bulletin relates to is represented by the 5th and 6th characters of the Bulletin number in the title:

GN = HP General SW

MA = HP Management Agents

MI = Misc. 3rd Party SW

MP = HP MPE/iX

NS = HP NonStop Servers

OV = HP OpenVMS

PI = HP Printing & Imaging

ST = HP Storage SW

TL = HP Trusted Linux

TU = HP Tru64 UNIX

UX = HP-UX

VV = HP VirtualVault

System management and security procedures must be reviewed frequently to maintain system integrity. HP is continually reviewing and enhancing the security features of software products to provide customers with current secure solutions.

"HP is broadly distributing this Security Bulletin in order to bring to the attention of users of the affected HP products the important security information contained in this Bulletin. HP recommends that all users determine the applicability of this information to their individual situations and take appropriate action. HP does not warrant that this information is necessarily accurate or complete for all user situations and, consequently, HP will not be responsible for any damages resulting from user's use or disregard of the information provided in this Bulletin. To the extent permitted by law, HP disclaims all warranties, either express or implied, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, title and non-infringement."

©Copyright 2006 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.

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