CVE-2016-5422: High severity red hat jboss operations network vulnerability
Published Sep 7, 2016
·Updated
The web console in Red Hat JBoss Operations Network (JON) before 3.3.7 does not properly authorize requests to add users with the super user role, which allows remote authenticated users to gain admin privileges via a crafted POST request.
Affected Software
1 affected component
redhat JBoss Operations Network<=3.3.6
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Sep 7, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5422?
CVE-2016-5422 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized admin access.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-5422?
To fix CVE-2016-5422, upgrade Red Hat JBoss Operations Network to version 3.3.7 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2016-5422?
CVE-2016-5422 affects users of Red Hat JBoss Operations Network versions prior to 3.3.7.
4
What can an attacker do with CVE-2016-5422?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2016-5422 to gain unauthorized super user privileges on the system.
5
Is CVE-2016-5422 exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-5422 can be exploited remotely by authenticated users through a crafted POST request.