CVE-2003-1033
First published: Tue Mar 16 2004(Updated: )
The (1) instdbmsrv and (2) instlserver programs in SAP DB Development Tools 7.x trust the user-provided INSTROOT environment variable as a path when assigning setuid permissions to the lserver program, which allows local users to gain root privileges via a modified INSTROOT that points to a malicious dbmsrv or lserver program.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SAP MaxDB | =7.3.00 | |
| SAP MaxDB | =7.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-1033?
CVE-2003-1033 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for local users to gain root privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2003-1033?
To fix CVE-2003-1033, ensure that the INSTROOT environment variable is not trusted and implement appropriate access controls.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2003-1033?
CVE-2003-1033 affects SAP DB Development Tools versions 7.3.00 and 7.4.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2003-1033?
CVE-2003-1033 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
Who can exploit CVE-2003-1033?
CVE-2003-1033 can be exploited by local users who can modify the INSTROOT environment variable.
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