IBM WebSphere Application Server for z/OS Local Security Bypass Vulnerability

BID:55671

Info

IBM WebSphere Application Server for z/OS Local Security Bypass Vulnerability

Bugtraq ID: 55671
Class: Design Error
CVE: CVE-2012-3311
Remote: No
Local: Yes
Published: Sep 24 2012 12:00AM
Updated: Nov 07 2012 07:30AM
Credit: Reported by vendor
Vulnerable:
Not Vulnerable:

Discussion

IBM WebSphere Application Server for z/OS Local Security Bypass Vulnerability

IBM WebSphere Application Server for z/OS is prone to a local security-bypass vulnerability.

Successful exploits will allow local attackers to bypass certain security restrictions. Other attacks are also possible.

IBM WebSphere Application Server for z/OS versions 7, 8, and 8.5 are vulnerable.

Exploit / POC

IBM WebSphere Application Server for z/OS Local Security Bypass Vulnerability

Attackers require local interactive access to exploit this issue.

Solution / Fix

IBM WebSphere Application Server for z/OS Local Security Bypass Vulnerability

Solution:
Updates are available. Please see the references for more information.

References

IBM WebSphere Application Server for z/OS Local Security Bypass Vulnerability

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