CVE-2008-1853: Medium severity hewlett packard openview network node manager vulnerability
Published Apr 16, 2008
·Updated
The ovtopmd service in HP OpenView Network Node Manager (OV NNM) 7.51, 7.53, and possibly other versions allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (exit) by sending a 0x36 packet (exit request).
Affected Software
2 affected components
Hewlett Packard OpenView Network Node Manager=7.51
Hewlett Packard OpenView Network Node Manager=7.53
Event History
Apr 16, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1853?
CVE-2008-1853 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2008-1853?
To mitigate CVE-2008-1853, users should upgrade to a patched version of HP OpenView Network Node Manager that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What versions are affected by CVE-2008-1853?
CVE-2008-1853 affects HP OpenView Network Node Manager versions 7.51 and 7.53.
4
What impact does CVE-2008-1853 have on systems?
CVE-2008-1853 allows remote attackers to cause the service to exit, leading to a denial of service.
5
Can CVE-2008-1853 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-1853 can be exploited remotely by sending a specific packet to the vulnerable service.