CVE-2020-11855: Micro Focus Operations Bridge Reporter HPE-OBR Incorrect Permission Assignment Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Published Sep 22, 2020
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Updated

An Authorization Bypass vulnerability on Micro Focus Operation Bridge Reporter, affecting version 10.40 and earlier. The vulnerability could allow local attackers on the OBR host to execute code with escalated privileges.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Micro Focus Operations Bridge Reporter. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the product's installer. The issue results from incorrect permissions set on a resource used by the service. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute code in the context of SYSTEM.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Micro Focus Operations Bridge Reporter
Microfocus Operation Bridge Reporter<=10.40

Event History

Sep 22, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:54 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:54 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Feb 23, 2026
Advisory Published
via ZDI·06:45 PM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·06:45 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2020-11855.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-11855?

The severity of CVE-2020-11855 is high with a CVSS score of 8.4.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2020-11855?

Micro Focus Operations Bridge Reporter versions up to and including 10.40 are affected by CVE-2020-11855.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-11855?

An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit CVE-2020-11855.

5

Are there any references for CVE-2020-11855?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2020-11855 at the following references: [Reference 1](https://softwaresupport.softwaregrp.com/doc/KM03710590) and [Reference 2](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-1217/).

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