What is the severity of CVE-2012-0691?

CVE-2012-0691 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.

How do I fix CVE-2012-0691?

To fix CVE-2012-0691, update your CA License software to version 1.90.03 or later.

Which versions of CA License are affected by CVE-2012-0691?

CVE-2012-0691 affects CA License versions prior to 1.90.03, including versions like 0.1.0.15, 1.5.3, 1.8.0.110, and others listed in the vulnerability details.

What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2012-0691?

Exploiting CVE-2012-0691 can lead to unauthorized privilege escalation, allowing local users to perform restricted operations.

Are there any workarounds for CVE-2012-0691?

There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2012-0691; applying the recommended software update is the primary mitigation strategy.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2012-0691

high

7.2

CWE

264

2/10/2012

6/8/2024

CVE-2012-0691

First published: Tue Oct 02 2012(Updated: )

CA License (aka CA Licensing) before 1.90.03 does not properly restrict system commands, which allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Broadcom License Software	<=1.90.02
Broadcom License Software	=0.1.0.15
Broadcom License Software	=1.5.3
Broadcom License Software	=1.8.0.110
Broadcom License Software	=1.8.0.114
Broadcom License Software	=1.9.1.105
Broadcom License Software	=1.52
Broadcom License Software	=1.60.3
Broadcom License Software	=1.61.8
Broadcom License Software	=1.61.9
Broadcom License Software	=1.70.1.101

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2012-0691?
CVE-2012-0691 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0691?
To fix CVE-2012-0691, update your CA License software to version 1.90.03 or later.
Which versions of CA License are affected by CVE-2012-0691?
CVE-2012-0691 affects CA License versions prior to 1.90.03, including versions like 0.1.0.15, 1.5.3, 1.8.0.110, and others listed in the vulnerability details.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2012-0691?
Exploiting CVE-2012-0691 can lead to unauthorized privilege escalation, allowing local users to perform restricted operations.
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2012-0691?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2012-0691; applying the recommended software update is the primary mitigation strategy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2012-0691?
CVE-2012-0691 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0691?
To fix CVE-2012-0691, update your CA License software to version 1.90.03 or later.
Which versions of CA License are affected by CVE-2012-0691?
CVE-2012-0691 affects CA License versions prior to 1.90.03, including versions like 0.1.0.15, 1.5.3, 1.8.0.110, and others listed in the vulnerability details.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2012-0691?
Exploiting CVE-2012-0691 can lead to unauthorized privilege escalation, allowing local users to perform restricted operations.
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2012-0691?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2012-0691; applying the recommended software update is the primary mitigation strategy.