RHSA-2007:1048: Moderate: openoffice.org, hsqldb security update
OpenOffice.org is an office productivity suite.HSQLDB is a Java relational database engine used by OpenOffice.org Base.It was discovered that HSQLDB could allow the execution of arbitrary publicstatic Java methods. A carefully crafted odb file opened in OpenOffice.orgBase could execute arbitrary commands with the permissions of the userrunning OpenOffice.org. (CVE-2007-4575)It was discovered that HSQLDB did not have a password set on the 'sa' user. If HSQLDB has been configured as a service, a remote attacker who couldconnect to the HSQLDB port (tcp 9001) could execute arbitrary SQL commands.(CVE-2003-0845)Note that in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5, HSQLDB is not enabled as a serviceby default, and needs manual configuration in order to work as a service.Users of OpenOffice.org or HSQLDB should update to these errata packageswhich contain backported patches to correct these issues.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2007:1048?
The severity of RHSA-2007:1048 is classified as important due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix RHSA-2007:1048?
To fix RHSA-2007:1048, you should update OpenOffice.org to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
Which versions of OpenOffice.org are affected by RHSA-2007:1048?
RHSA-2007:1048 affects specific versions of OpenOffice.org that utilize HSQLDB improperly.
Can RHSA-2007:1048 be exploited remotely?
Yes, RHSA-2007:1048 can be exploited remotely if a user opens a malicious odb file.
What components are involved in RHSA-2007:1048?
RHSA-2007:1048 involves OpenOffice.org and the HSQLDB Java relational database engine.