CVE-2003-0998: Medium severity CA ControlIT vulnerability

Published Dec 17, 2003
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Updated

Unknown "potential system security vulnerability" in Computer Associates (CA) Unicenter Remote Control 5.0 through 5.2, and ControlIT 5.0 and 5.1, may allow attackers to gain privileges to the local system account.

Affected Software

8 affected components
CA ControlIT=5.0
CA Unicenter Remote Control Option=5.1
CA ControlIT=5.0
CA ControlIT=5.1
Broadcom Unicenter Remote Control=5.2
Broadcom Unicenter Remote Control=6.0
Broadcom Unicenter Remote Control Option=5.0
Broadcom Unicenter Remote Control Option=5.1

Event History

Dec 17, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Jan 5, 2004
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2003-0998?

CVE-2003-0998 is classified as a potential security vulnerability that may allow unauthorized local system access.

2

How can I fix CVE-2003-0998?

To remediate CVE-2003-0998, upgrade to the latest version of CA Unicenter Remote Control or ControlIT that addresses this issue.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2003-0998?

CVE-2003-0998 affects CA Unicenter Remote Control versions 5.0 to 5.2 and CA ControlIT versions 5.0 and 5.1.

4

What impact can CVE-2003-0998 have on my system?

Exploiting CVE-2003-0998 could allow attackers to gain privileges to the local system account, compromising system integrity.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2003-0998 until I can apply a fix?

As a temporary measure, limit access to the affected versions of the software and monitor for any suspicious activity.

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