Hewlett-Packard IT Executive Scorecard fndwar Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Hewlett-Packard IT Executive Scorecard. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability.
The specific flaw exists within the fndwar web application. A directory traversal vulnerability can be leveraged to create an arbitrary delete or disclose information. This can allow for a remote attacker to execute code under the context of the SYSTEM user.
Additional Details
Hewlett-Packard has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://h20566.www2.hp.com/portal/site/hpsc/public/kb/docDisplay/?docId=emr_na-c04341295
Disclosure Timeline
- 2014-01-31 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2014-06-18 - Coordinated public release of advisory
Credit
Mike Arnold (Bruk0ut)
