CVE-1999-1247: High severity HPE HP-UX vulnerability
Vulnerability in HP Camera component of HP DCE/9000 in HP-UX 9.x allows attackers to gain root privileges.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Remove
Remove
HP Camera component of HP DCE/9000from your environment.If the HP Camera component is not required, uninstall/remove the HP Camera component from HP-UX 9.x systems to eliminate the vulnerable software.
- Configuration
Disable the HP Camera service/daemon on affected HP-UX 9.x hosts until a vendor patch or mitigation is available.
HP Camera component of HP DCE/9000 on HP-UX 9.x hp_camera_service_enabled = false - Compensating control
Restrict network access to systems running the HP Camera component (HP DCE/9000) — apply firewall rules, ACLs or network segmentation so only trusted management hosts can reach the service; isolate affected hosts from untrusted networks.
- Operational
Assume potential compromise where the vulnerability may have been exploited: perform forensic review of affected hosts, check for signs of privilege escalation, and rotate any credentials or keys that may have been exposed.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1247?
CVE-1999-1247 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows attackers to gain root privileges.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1247?
To mitigate CVE-1999-1247, ensure that your HP-UX 9.x system is updated with the latest security patches provided by HP.
Which systems are affected by CVE-1999-1247?
CVE-1999-1247 affects the HP DCE/9000 component on HP-UX 9.x.
What type of attack leverages CVE-1999-1247?
CVE-1999-1247 can be exploited to escalate privileges, granting unauthorized access to administer the system.
Is it possible to exploit CVE-1999-1247 remotely?
Yes, CVE-1999-1247 can potentially be exploited remotely if proper security measures are not in place.