CVE-2015-4531: Critical severity opentext documentum content server vulnerability
EMC Documentum Content Server before 6.7SP1 P32, 6.7SP2 before P25, 7.0 before P19, 7.1 before P16, and 7.2 before P02 does not properly check authorization for subgroups of privileged groups, which allows remote authenticated sysadmins to gain super-user privileges, and bypass intended restrictions on data access and server actions, via unspecified vectors. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2014-4622.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-4531?
CVE-2015-4531 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to super-user privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2015-4531?
To fix CVE-2015-4531, upgrade to EMC Documentum Content Server versions 6.7 SP1 P32, 6.7 SP2 P25, 7.0 P19, 7.1 P16, or 7.2 P02 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-4531?
CVE-2015-4531 affects EMC Documentum Content Server versions 6.7, 7.0, 7.1, and 7.2 prior to their specific patched service packs.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2015-4531?
The risks associated with CVE-2015-4531 include unauthorized privilege escalation, leading to potential data breaches and system compromise.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-4531?
There are no confirmed workarounds for CVE-2015-4531; the recommended solution is to apply the appropriate patches as soon as possible.