CWE
254
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2015-6029

First published: Wed Nov 04 2015(Updated: )

HP ArcSight Logger before 6.0 P2 does not limit attempts to authenticate to the SOAP interface, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a brute-force approach.

Credit: cret@cert.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
OpenText ArcSight Logger=6.0.0.7307.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2015-6029?

    CVE-2015-6029 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for brute-force attacks on the SOAP interface.

  • How do I fix CVE-2015-6029?

    To fix CVE-2015-6029, upgrade to HP ArcSight Logger version 6.0 P2 or later, which includes mitigations for this vulnerability.

  • What potential risks does CVE-2015-6029 pose?

    CVE-2015-6029 poses the risk of unauthorized remote access through brute-force authentication attempts.

  • Is CVE-2015-6029 exploitable over the internet?

    Yes, CVE-2015-6029 can be exploited over the internet if the SOAP interface is exposed and accessible.

  • What type of authentication is affected by CVE-2015-6029?

    CVE-2015-6029 affects the authentication mechanism of the SOAP interface within HP ArcSight Logger.

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