Signature Detail
Short Name |
APP:HPOV:NNM-OVW-MSG |
|---|---|
Severity |
High |
Recommended |
No |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
APP |
Keywords |
HP OpenView Network Node Manager ovw.dll Message Handling Buffer Overflow |
Release Date |
2010/10/01 |
Update Number |
1784 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.0+, j-series-9.5+, mx-9.4+, srx-9.2+, srx-branch-9.4+, vsrx-12.1+ |
APP: HP OpenView Network Node Manager ovw.dll Message Handling Buffer Overflow
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability in the HP OpenView Network Node Manager. A successful attack can lead to a buffer overflow and arbitrary remote code execution within the context of the server.
Extended Description
HP OpenView Network Node Manager is prone to a buffer-overflow vulnerability. Successfully exploiting this issue allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of the Network Node Manager process. This facilitates the remote compromise of affected computers. Network Node Manager 7.53 running on Microsoft Windows is affected by this issue; other versions and platforms may also be vulnerable.
Affected Products
- HP OpenView Network Node Manager 7.01
- HP OpenView Network Node Manager 7.51
- HP OpenView Network Node Manager 7.53
References
- BugTraq: 28689
- CVE: CVE-2008-1842