CVE-2019-11660

Description

Privileges manipulation in Micro Focus Data Protector, versions 10.00, 10.01, 10.02, 10.03, 10.04, 10.10, 10.20, 10.30, 10.40. This vulnerability could be exploited by a low-privileged user to execute a custom binary with higher privileges.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 28.24% Top 5%
Affected: n/a Data Protector
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://softwaresupport.softwaregrp.com/doc/KM03525630
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/155076/Micro-Focus-HPE-Data-Protector-SUID-Privilege-Escalation.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-11660?
CVE-2019-11660 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2019-11660?
To fix CVE-2019-11660, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2019-11660 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2019-11660 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~28% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2019-11660?
CVE-2019-11660 affects n/a Data Protector.
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