CVE-2008-4559: Input Validation

Published Feb 8, 2009
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Updated

HP OpenView Network Node Manager (OV NNM) 7.01, 7.51, and 7.53 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters in argument fields to the (1) webappmon.exe or (2) OpenView5.exe CGI program. NOTE: this issue may be partially covered by CVE-2009-0205.

Affected Software

12 affected components
Hewlett Packard OpenView Network Node Manager=7.0.1
Hewlett Packard OpenView Network Node Manager=7.0.1
Hewlett Packard OpenView Network Node Manager=7.0.1
Hewlett Packard OpenView Network Node Manager=7.0.1
Hewlett Packard OpenView Network Node Manager=7.51
Hewlett Packard OpenView Network Node Manager=7.51
Hewlett Packard OpenView Network Node Manager=7.51
Hewlett Packard OpenView Network Node Manager=7.51
Hewlett Packard OpenView Network Node Manager=7.53
Hewlett Packard OpenView Network Node Manager=7.53
Hewlett Packard OpenView Network Node Manager=7.53
Hewlett Packard OpenView Network Node Manager=7.53

Event History

Feb 8, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-4559?

CVE-2008-4559 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-4559?

To fix CVE-2008-4559, update HP OpenView Network Node Manager to the latest version provided by HP.

3

What versions of HP OpenView Network Node Manager are affected by CVE-2008-4559?

CVE-2008-4559 affects HP OpenView Network Node Manager versions 7.0.1, 7.51, and 7.53.

4

Can CVE-2008-4559 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2008-4559 can be exploited remotely by attackers to execute arbitrary code.

5

What is the nature of the attack for CVE-2008-4559?

The attack for CVE-2008-4559 involves the use of shell metacharacters in argument fields to specific CGI programs.

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