CVE-2009-1083: Code Injection

Published Mar 25, 2009
·
Updated

Sun Java System Identity Manager (IdM) 7.0 through 8.0 on Linux, AIX, Solaris, and HP-UX permits "control characters" in the passwords of user accounts, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via vectors involving "resource adapters."

Affected Software

4 affected components
Sun Java System Identity Manager=7.1.1
Sun Java System Identity Manager=7.0
Sun Java System Identity Manager=7.1
Sun Java System Identity Manager=8.0

Event History

Mar 25, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:30 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-1083?

CVE-2009-1083 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote command execution.

2

What software versions are affected by CVE-2009-1083?

CVE-2009-1083 affects Sun Java System Identity Manager versions 7.0 through 8.0.

3

How do I fix CVE-2009-1083?

To fix CVE-2009-1083, update Sun Java System Identity Manager to the latest patched version that does not permit control characters in passwords.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2009-1083 facilitate?

CVE-2009-1083 facilitates remote command execution attacks through the exploitation of control characters in passwords.

5

Is CVE-2009-1083 specific to any operating system?

CVE-2009-1083 is present across multiple operating systems including Linux, AIX, Solaris, and HP-UX.

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