CVE-2003-0640: Critical severity Bea WebLogic Server vulnerability

Published Aug 2, 2003
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Updated

BEA WebLogic Server and Express, when using NodeManager to start servers, provides Operator users with privileges to overwrite usernames and passwords, which may allow Operators to gain Admin privileges.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Bea WebLogic Server
Bea WebLogic Server

Remediation

Event History

Aug 2, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Aug 27, 2003
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2003-0640?

CVE-2003-0640 is considered a critical vulnerability that allows unauthorized privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2003-0640?

To fix CVE-2003-0640, ensure that user roles and permissions are correctly configured and apply any relevant security patches provided by the vendor.

3

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2003-0640?

CVE-2003-0640 affects BEA WebLogic Server and WebLogic Server Express installations that utilize NodeManager.

4

Who can exploit CVE-2003-0640?

Operators with basic user privileges can exploit CVE-2003-0640 to gain administrative privileges.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2003-0640?

Exploitation of CVE-2003-0640 can lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of sensitive data within affected WebLogic environments.

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