CVE-2007-0805: Low severity HP Tru64 vulnerability

Published Feb 7, 2007
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Updated

The ps (/usr/ucb/ps) command on HP Tru64 UNIX 5.1 1885 allows local users to obtain sensitive information, including environment variables of arbitrary processes, via the "auxewww" argument, a similar issue to CVE-1999-1587.

Affected Software

1 affected component
HP Tru64=5.1

Event History

Feb 7, 2007
CVE Published
11:28 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-0805?

CVE-2007-0805 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive information.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-0805?

To fix CVE-2007-0805, it is recommended to restrict access to the ps command on HP Tru64 UNIX 5.1 or apply relevant security patches provided by HP.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2007-0805?

CVE-2007-0805 affects local users of HP Tru64 UNIX 5.1 who can execute the ps command with the 'auxewww' argument.

4

What types of information can be accessed through CVE-2007-0805?

Through CVE-2007-0805, local users can access sensitive information, including environment variables of arbitrary processes.

5

When was CVE-2007-0805 disclosed?

CVE-2007-0805 was disclosed in February 2007.

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