CVE-2011-1849

tftpserver.exe in HP Intelligent Management Center (IMC) 5.0 before E0101L02 allows remote attackers to create or overwrite files, and subsequently execute…

published May 13, 2011

CVSS
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EPSS
11%
Percentile
95.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Just a single crafted WRQ request is all it takes for attackers to mess with your files in HP's IMC! Think of it like a sneaky delivery driver who shows up with a fake order slip, allowing them to either swap out your carefully packaged items or drop off something entirely different without anyone batting an eye. If exploited, this vulnerability could let a remote attacker create or overwrite files on your system—imagine them slipping in a malicious script that could run unchecked and wreak havoc on your network! While it's not known to be actively exploited, the potential to execute arbitrary code makes it something to take seriously.

Put simply

Think of it like a sneaky delivery driver who shows up with a fake order slip, allowing them to either swap out your carefully packaged items or drop off something entirely different without anyone batting an eye. The flaw lies in the tftpserver.exe component of HP Intelligent Management Center (IMC) 5.0 before E0101L02, allowing attackers to use crafted WRQ requests to manipulate files on the server.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could let a remote attacker create or overwrite files on your system—imagine them slipping in a malicious script that could run unchecked and wreak havoc on your network! While it's not known to be actively exploited, the potential to execute arbitrary code makes it something to take seriously. To protect your systems, update to the latest version of IMC as soon as possible. Regular audits of user permissions and file configurations will also help mitigate risks. Don't let a single request slip through the cracks! You've got this! Stay vigilant and follow these steps, and you'll keep your network safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.10567 · 95.7th percentile
Published
2011-05-13T17:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 MAY 17:00Z
    tftpserver.exe in HP Intelligent Management Center (IMC) 5.0 before E0101L02 allows remote attackers to create or overwrite files, and subsequently execute…
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