Description
ColdFusion 4.5 and 5, when running on Windows with the advanced security sandbox type set to "operating system," does not properly pass security context to (1) child processes created with and (2) child processes that call the CreateProcess function and are executed with or end with the CFX extension, which allows attackers to execute programs with the permissions of the System account.
Product(s):
- Macromedia ColdFusion 4.5 Enterprise
- Macromedia ColdFusion 5
Question to Ask Vendors:
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2001-1514, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2001-1514 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
Recommended Actions:
- Check out the advisory links provided below.