CVE-2004-0533: Low severity BusinessObjects InfoView vulnerability

Published Dec 31, 2004
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Updated

Business Objects WebIntelligence 2.7.0 through 2.7.4 only enforces access controls on the client, which allows remote authenticated users to delete arbitrary files on the server via a crafted delete request using the InfoView web client.

Affected Software

10 affected components
BusinessObjects InfoView=5.1.8
BusinessObjects Webintelligence=2.7
BusinessObjects Webintelligence=2.7.3
BusinessObjects InfoView=5.1.6
BusinessObjects Webintelligence=2.7.2
BusinessObjects InfoView=5.1.5
BusinessObjects InfoView=5.1.4
BusinessObjects Webintelligence=2.7.1
BusinessObjects Webintelligence=2.7.4
BusinessObjects InfoView=5.1.7

Event History

Dec 31, 2004
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Apr 14, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2004-0533?

CVE-2004-0533 is considered to have a high severity level due to the potential for remote authenticated users to delete arbitrary files on the server.

2

How do I fix CVE-2004-0533?

To fix CVE-2004-0533, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches or updates provided by SAP BusinessObjects for the affected versions.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2004-0533?

CVE-2004-0533 affects Business Objects WebIntelligence versions 2.7.0 through 2.7.4 and InfoView versions 5.1.4 through 5.1.8.

4

Can unauthorized users exploit CVE-2004-0533?

No, CVE-2004-0533 requires that an attacker be an authenticated user to exploit the vulnerability.

5

What type of access control issue does CVE-2004-0533 relate to?

CVE-2004-0533 relates to a lack of effective server-side access control, allowing authenticated users to perform unauthorized file deletion.

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