Description
The default installation of MSDE via McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator 2.0 through 3.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a series of steps that (1) obtain the database administrator username and encrypted password in a configuration file from the ePO server using a certain request, (2) crack the password due to weak cryptography, and (3) use the password to pass commands through xp_cmdshell.
Product(s):
- McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator 2.0
- McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator 2.5.1
- McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator 2.5
- McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator 2.5 SP1
- McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator 3.0
- McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator 3.0 service pack 2a
Question to Ask Vendors:
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2003-0148, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2003-0148 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.