CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2011-0268: Buffer Overflow

First published: Thu Jan 13 2011(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in nnmRptConfig.exe in HP OpenView Network Node Manager (OV NNM) 7.51 and 7.53 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long text1 parameter.

Credit: hp-security-alert@hp.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
HP OpenView Network Node Manager=7.51
HP OpenView Network Node Manager=7.53

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2011-0268?

    CVE-2011-0268 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2011-0268?

    To fix CVE-2011-0268, update HP OpenView Network Node Manager to the latest version available, as HP has released patches addressing this vulnerability.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2011-0268?

    CVE-2011-0268 affects HP OpenView Network Node Manager versions 7.51 and 7.53.

  • Can CVE-2011-0268 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2011-0268 can be exploited remotely through the use of a specially crafted long text1 parameter.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2011-0268 allow?

    CVE-2011-0268 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.

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