CVE-2016-1543
First published: Mon Jun 13 2016(Updated: )
The RPC API in the RSCD agent in BMC BladeLogic Server Automation (BSA) 8.2.x, 8.3.x, 8.5.x, 8.6.x, and 8.7.x on Linux and UNIX allows remote attackers to bypass authorization and reset arbitrary user passwords by sending an action packet to xmlrpc after an authorization failure.
Credit: cret@cert.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| BMC BladeLogic Server Automation Console | =8.2.02 | |
| BMC BladeLogic Server Automation Console | =8.2.03 | |
| BMC BladeLogic Server Automation Console | =8.2.04 | |
| BMC BladeLogic Server Automation Console | =8.3.00 | |
| BMC BladeLogic Server Automation Console | =8.3.01 | |
| BMC BladeLogic Server Automation Console | =8.3.02 | |
| BMC BladeLogic Server Automation Console | =8.3.03 | |
| BMC BladeLogic Server Automation Console | =8.5.00 | |
| BMC BladeLogic Server Automation Console | =8.5.01 | |
| BMC BladeLogic Server Automation Console | =8.6.00 | |
| BMC BladeLogic Server Automation Console | =8.7.00 |
Remedy
https://selfservice.bmc.com/casemgmt/sc_KnowledgeArticle?sfdcid=kA214000000dBpnCAE&type=Solution
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/136462/BMC-Server-Automation-BSA-RSCD-Agent-Unauthorized-Password-Reset.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/537910/100/0/threaded
- https://selfservice.bmc.com/casemgmt/sc_KnowledgeArticle?sfdcid=kA214000000dBpnCAE&type=Solution
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43902/
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43939/
- https://www.insinuator.net/2016/03/bmc-bladelogic-cve-2016-1542-and-cve-2016-1543/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-1543?
CVE-2016-1543 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized password resets.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1543?
To fix CVE-2016-1543, you should upgrade to a version of BMC BladeLogic Server Automation that is patched against this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-1543?
CVE-2016-1543 affects multiple versions of BMC BladeLogic Server Automation including 8.2.x, 8.3.x, 8.5.x, 8.6.x, and 8.7.x on Linux and UNIX.
What is the impact of CVE-2016-1543?
The impact of CVE-2016-1543 allows remote attackers to bypass authorization and reset arbitrary user passwords.
When was CVE-2016-1543 reported?
CVE-2016-1543 was reported in 2016, highlighting vulnerabilities present in various releases of BMC BladeLogic Server Automation.
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