#VU13355 Insecure database credentials in Privileged Access Manager


Published: 2020-03-18

Vulnerability identifier: #VU13355

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2015-4669

CWE-ID: CWE-522

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Privileged Access Manager
Web applications / Remote management & hosting panels

Vendor: CA Technologies

Description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain elevated privileges on the target system.

The weakness exists due to insecure database credentials. A local attacker can gain elevated privileges and conduct a variety of attacks.

Mitigation
Update to version 3.0.0 or later.

Vulnerable software versions

Privileged Access Manager: All versions


External links
http://seclists.org/bugtraq/2018/Jun/46


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.


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