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HP-UX logins(1M) Command Security Issue
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Secunia Advisory:
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SA26873
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Release Date:
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2007-09-20
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Last Update:
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2007-09-24
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Popularity:
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6,112 views
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Critical:
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Less critical
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Impact:
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Security Bypass
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Where:
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Local system
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Solution Status:
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Vendor Patch
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| OS: | HP-UX 11.x
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| CVE reference: | CVE-2007-5008
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Description:
A security issue has been reported in HP-UX, which may result in password problems not being detected.
The problem is that the logins(1M) command incorrectly reports password status and may potentially result in a system compromise.
The security issue affects HP-UX B.11.11, B.11.23, and B.11.31 running logins(1M).
Solution:
Apply patches.
HP-UX B.11.11:
Install PHCO_36809 or subsequent
HP-UX B.11.23:
Install PHCO_36808 or subsequent
HP-UX B.11.31:
Install PHCO_36003 or subsequent
Provided and/or discovered by:
Reported by the vendor.
Changelog:
2007-09-24: Added CVE reference.
Original Advisory:
HPSBUX02259 SSRT071439:
http://www4.itrc.hp.com/service/cki/docDisplay.do?docId=c01167886
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