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The vulnerability identified as CVE-2013-3574 exists in HP Insight Diagnostics version 9.4.0.4710. It allows remote attackers to exploit an absolute path traversal vulnerability in the saveCompareConfig.php file within the hpdiags/frontend2/commands directory. By providing a full pathname in the devicePath parameter, also known as mount parameter, attackers can write data to arbitrary files on the system.
Overview
This vulnerability in HP Insight Diagnostics 9.4.0.4710 enables attackers to perform unauthorized write operations on system files by manipulating the devicePath parameter with a full pathname. This can lead to potential data manipulation, unauthorized access, and system compromise.
Remediation
To mitigate this vulnerability, users are advised to update to a patched version of HP Insight Diagnostics that addresses the absolute path traversal issue. It is recommended to apply security updates provided by the vendor to prevent exploitation of this vulnerability. Additionally, users should validate input data to prevent malicious manipulation of parameters.
References
- CVE Details: https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2013-3574
- CERT Vulnerability Note VU#324668: http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/324668
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
