RHSA-2008:0002: Critical: tog-pegasus security update
The tog-pegasus packages provide OpenPegasus Web-Based EnterpriseManagement (WBEM) services. WBEM is a platform and resource independentDMTF standard that defines a common information model, and communicationprotocol for monitoring and controlling resources.During a security audit, a stack buffer overflow flaw was found in the PAMauthentication code in the OpenPegasus CIM management server. Anunauthenticated remote user could trigger this flaw and potentially executearbitrary code with root privileges. (CVE-2008-0003)Note that the tog-pegasus packages are not installed by default on Red HatEnterprise Linux. The Red Hat Security Response Team believes that it wouldbe hard to remotely exploit this issue to execute arbitrary code, due tothe default SELinux targeted policy on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 and 5,and the SELinux memory protection tests enabled by default on Red HatEnterprise Linux 5.Users of tog-pegasus should upgrade to these updated packages, whichcontain a backported patch to resolve this issue. After installing theupdated packages the tog-pegasus service should be restarted.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2008:0002?
RHSA-2008:0002 is classified as a critical vulnerability.
How do I fix RHSA-2008:0002?
To fix RHSA-2008:0002, update the affected tog-pegasus packages to version 2.6.1-2.el5_1.1 or 2.5.1-5.el4_6.1 depending on your system.
Which systems are affected by RHSA-2008:0002?
RHSA-2008:0002 affects Red Hat Enterprise Linux versions 4 and 5 with specific versions of tog-pegasus packages.
What are the risks of not addressing RHSA-2008:0002?
Not addressing RHSA-2008:0002 exposes systems to critical vulnerabilities that can allow unauthorized access and control.
Is there a workaround for RHSA-2008:0002?
There are no specific workarounds for RHSA-2008:0002; it is recommended to apply the necessary updates.