Remote code execution in HPE TippingPoint Virtual Security Management System

1) Improper authentication

EUVDB-ID: #VU10844

Risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2015-2117

CWE-ID: CWE-287 - Improper Authentication

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The weakness exists due to improper authentication process. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted input and execute arbitrary code.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.

Mitigation

Update to versions 4.1 patch 3 and 4.2 patch 1.

Vulnerable software versions

HP TippingPoint Virtual Security Management System: 4.1 - 4.2

HP TippingPoint Security Management System: 4.1 - 4.2

External links

http://h20564.www2.hp.com/portal/site/hpsc/public/kb/docDisplay?docId=emr_na-c04626974

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.