CVE-2012-0430: Medium severity microfocus edirectory vulnerability

Published Dec 25, 2012
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Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in NetIQ eDirectory 8.8.6.x before 8.8.6.7 and 8.8.7.x before 8.8.7.2 on Windows allows remote attackers to obtain an administrator cookie and bypass authorization checks via unknown vectors.

Affected Software

9 affected components
Microfocus Edirectory Windows=8.8.6.0
Microfocus Edirectory Windows=8.8.6.1
Microfocus Edirectory Windows=8.8.6.2
Microfocus Edirectory Windows=8.8.6.3
Microfocus Edirectory Windows=8.8.6.4
Microfocus Edirectory Windows=8.8.6.5
Microfocus Edirectory Windows=8.8.6.6
Microfocus Edirectory Windows=8.8.7.0
Microfocus Edirectory Windows=8.8.7.1

Event History

Dec 25, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-0430?

CVE-2012-0430 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the risk of remote attackers obtaining administrator cookies.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-0430?

To remediate CVE-2012-0430, upgrade to NetIQ eDirectory version 8.8.6.7 or 8.8.7.2 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2012-0430?

CVE-2012-0430 affects NetIQ eDirectory versions 8.8.6.x before 8.8.6.7 and 8.8.7.x before 8.8.7.2 on Windows.

4

What kind of attacks can exploit CVE-2012-0430?

CVE-2012-0430 can be exploited through unspecified vectors that allow attackers to bypass authorization checks.

5

When was CVE-2012-0430 disclosed?

CVE-2012-0430 was disclosed in 2012, highlighting vulnerabilities in earlier versions of NetIQ eDirectory.

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