CVE-2011-1036
First published: Fri Feb 25 2011(Updated: )
The XML Security Database Parser class in the XMLSecDB ActiveX control in the HIPSEngine component in the Management Server before 8.1.0.88, and the client before 1.6.450, in CA Host-Based Intrusion Prevention System (HIPS) 8.1, as used in CA Internet Security Suite (ISS) 2010, allows remote attackers to download an arbitrary program onto a client machine, and execute this program, via vectors involving the SetXml and Save methods.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CA Host-Based Intrusion Prevention System | =8.1 | |
| Computer Associates Internet Security Suite | ||
| CA Internet Security Suite |
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Reference Links
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-11-093
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025120
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43377
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43490
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0496
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/46539
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/8106
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/65632
- https://support.ca.com/irj/portal/anonymous/phpsupcontent?contentID={53A608DF-BFDB-4AB3-A98F-E4BB6BC7A2F4}
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/516687/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/516649/100/0/threaded
- https://support.ca.com/irj/portal/anonymous/phpsupcontent?contentID=%7B53A608DF-BFDB-4AB3-A98F-E4BB6BC7A2F4%7D
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-1036?
CVE-2011-1036 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on remote system security.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1036?
To mitigate CVE-2011-1036, update to CA Host-Based Intrusion Prevention System version 8.1.0.88 or higher.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2011-1036?
CVE-2011-1036 affects CA Host-Based Intrusion Prevention System version 8.1 and CA Internet Security Suite 2010 and 2011.
What are the potential risks associated with CVE-2011-1036?
The potential risks of CVE-2011-1036 include remote code execution and unauthorized access to sensitive system resources.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2011-1036?
There are no known effective workarounds for CVE-2011-1036 other than applying the recommended software updates.
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