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CVE-2013-1080

10.0 · HIGH

The web server in Novell ZENworks Configuration Management (ZCM) 10.3 and 11.2 before 11.2.4 does not properly perform authentication for zenworks/jsp/index.jsp, which allows remote attackers to co…

Published Mar 29, 2013novellCWE-287EPSS 77.05%

Overview

CVE-2013-1080 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting novell zenworks_configuration_management. It was published on March 29, 2013 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The web server in Novell ZENworks Configuration Management (ZCM) 10.3 and 11.2 before 11.2.4 does not properly perform authentication for zenworks/jsp/index.jsp, which allows remote attackers to conduct directory traversal attacks, and consequently upload and execute arbitrary programs, via a request to TCP port 443.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from novell. Update zenworks_configuration_management to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-1080?

CVE-2013-1080 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting novell zenworks_configuration_management. It was published on March 29, 2013 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2013-1080?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2013-1080?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from novell. Update zenworks_configuration_management to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2013-1080?

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