CVE-2011-1852

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in tftpserver.exe in HP Intelligent Management Center (IMC) 5.0 before E0101L02 allow remote attackers to execute…

published May 13, 2011

CVSS
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EPSS
15%
Percentile
96.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 If you thought tftpserver.exe in HP Intelligent Management Center was safe, think again! Remote attackers can exploit multiple stack-based buffer overflows with just a crafted packet! 🔥 This vulnerability is like leaving your delivery door wide open for a package thief; they could come in, pick up whatever they want, and cause havoc. Imagine an intruder walking right into your digital space, taking control with just the right 'package' sent their way! If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over your system. This means they could manipulate data, install malicious software, or disrupt critical operations without anyone even noticing!

Put simply

This vulnerability is like leaving your delivery door wide open for a package thief; they could come in, pick up whatever they want, and cause havoc. Imagine an intruder walking right into your digital space, taking control with just the right 'package' sent their way! The vulnerability resides in tftpserver.exe within HP Intelligent Management Center 5.0 before E0101L02. It allows attackers to trigger stack-based buffer overflows by sending specially crafted DATA or ERROR opcode packets, leading to remote code execution.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over your system. This means they could manipulate data, install malicious software, or disrupt critical operations without anyone even noticing! To protect your systems, immediately update your HP Intelligent Management Center to version E0101L02 or later. Additionally, consider implementing network-level protections to filter out suspicious packets before they reach your server. Regularly audit your security measures to ensure they are up to date! You've got this! By taking these steps, you're not just fixing a bug—you're fortifying your defenses! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.15419 · 96.8th percentile
Published
2011-05-13T17:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 MAY 17:00Z
    Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in tftpserver.exe in HP Intelligent Management Center (IMC) 5.0 before E0101L02 allow remote attackers to execute…
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