7.7
CWE
78
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2012-2986: OS Command Injection

First published: Mon Aug 20 2012(Updated: )

lhn/public/network/ping in HP SAN/iQ 9.5 on the HP Virtual SAN Appliance allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the (1) first, (2) third, or (3) fourth parameter. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2012-4361.

Credit: cret@cert.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
HP SAN/iQ=9.5
HP Virtual SAN Appliance

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2012-2986?

    CVE-2012-2986 is a high-severity vulnerability that allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands on HP SAN/iQ 9.5.

  • How do I fix CVE-2012-2986?

    To fix CVE-2012-2986, ensure that your HP SAN/iQ is updated to a version that addresses the command injection issue.

  • What are the potential impacts of CVE-2012-2986?

    The potential impacts of CVE-2012-2986 include unauthorized access and control over the affected system due to command execution capabilities.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2012-2986?

    Users of HP SAN/iQ 9.5 are affected by CVE-2012-2986, especially those with remote authenticated access.

  • Is CVE-2012-2986 related to any other vulnerabilities?

    Yes, CVE-2012-2986 is related to and is considered a follow-up to the incomplete fix for CVE-2012-4361.

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