CVE-2011-1848

Stack-based buffer overflow in img.exe in HP Intelligent Management Center (IMC) 5.0 before E0101L02 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a…

published May 13, 2011

CVSS
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EPSS
13%
Percentile
96.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty packet could exploit a stack-based buffer overflow in HP IMC 5.0 — the weak link in your management center chain! 🔥 Think of it like a delivery driver who misreads the package size and forces a giant box into a tiny mailbox, damaging everything inside. This vulnerability allows attackers to send maliciously crafted packets that could overflow the system’s stack, wreaking havoc. If left unaddressed, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on your system, potentially gaining unauthorized access and control. This could lead to data breaches or critical disruptions in your infrastructure, making this vulnerability a sneaky threat that shouldn’t be overlooked!

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery driver who misreads the package size and forces a giant box into a tiny mailbox, damaging everything inside. This vulnerability allows attackers to send maliciously crafted packets that could overflow the system’s stack, wreaking havoc. This vulnerability in img.exe of HP Intelligent Management Center allows remote attackers to exploit a stack-based buffer overflow through a manipulated length field in a packet, leading to arbitrary code execution.

What to do

If left unaddressed, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on your system, potentially gaining unauthorized access and control. This could lead to data breaches or critical disruptions in your infrastructure, making this vulnerability a sneaky threat that shouldn’t be overlooked! To protect your systems, it's crucial to update to the latest version of HP IMC. Regularly review your configurations and monitor for any suspicious activity in your network to mitigate potential threats. You've got this! Patch up, stay vigilant, and keep your network secure! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.12855 · 96.3th percentile
Published
2011-05-13T17:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 MAY 17:00Z
    Stack-based buffer overflow in img.exe in HP Intelligent Management Center (IMC) 5.0 before E0101L02 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a…
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