HPSBUX02295 SSRT071333 rev.1 - HP-UX Running rpc.yppasswdd, Remote Denial of Service (DoS)

HPSBUX02295 SSRT071333 rev.1 - HP-UX Running rpc.yppasswdd, Remote Denial of Service (DoS)

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HPSBUX02295 SSRT071333 rev.1 - HP-UX Running rpc.yppasswdd, Remote Denial of Service (DoS) Security Alert 12-20-2007
Posted by Security Alert on December 20, 2007, 7:58 am
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SUPPORT COMMUNICATION - SECURITY BULLETIN

Document ID: c01294324
Version: 1

HPSBUX02295 SSRT071333 rev.1 - HP-UX Running rpc.yppasswdd, Remote Denial of
Service (DoS)

NOTICE: The information in this Security Bulletin should be acted upon as soon
as possible.

Release Date: 2007-12-19
Last Updated: 2007-12-19

Potential Security Impact: Remote Denial of Service (DoS)

Source: Hewlett-Packard Company, HP Software Security Response Team

VULNERABILITY SUMMARY
A potential security vulnerability has been identified with HP-UX running
rpc.yppasswdd. The vulnerability could be exploited remotely to create a denial
of service (DoS).

References: CVE_2007-6419

SUPPORTED SOFTWARE VERSIONS*: ONLY impacted versions are listed.
HP-UX B.11.11, B.11.23, and B.11.31

BACKGROUND

To determine if an HP-UX system has an affected version, search the output of
"swlist -a revision -l fileset" for one of the filesets listed below.

For affected systems verify that the recommended action has been taken.

AFFECTED VERSIONS
HP-UX B.11.11
==============
NFS.KEY-CORE
NFS.NFS-64ALIB
NFS.NFS-64SLIB
NFS.NFS-CLIENT
NFS.NFS-CORE
NFS.NFS-ENG-A-MAN
NFS.NFS-PRG
NFS.NFS-SERVER
NFS.NFS-SHLIBS
NFS.NIS-CLIENT
NFS.NIS-CORE
NFS.NIS-SERVER
NFS.NISPLUS-CORE
OS-Core.CORE-ENG-A-MAN
NFS.NFS-KRN
NFS.NFS-KRN
action: install patch PHNE_36168 or subsequent

HP-UX B.11.23
==============
NFS.NFS-ENG-A-MAN
NFS.NISPLUS-CORE
NFS.KEY-CORE
NFS.NFS-64SLIB
NFS.NIS2-CLIENT
NFS.NIS2-CORE
NFS.NIS2-SERVER
NFS.KEY-CORE
NFS.NFS-64SLIB
NFS.NIS2-CLIENT
NFS.NIS2-CORE
NFS.NIS2-SERVER
action: install patch PHNE_36260 or subsequent

HP-UX B.11.31
==============
NFS.NIS2-SERVER
NFS.NIS2-SERVER
action: install patch PHNE_36449 or subsequent

END AFFECTED VERSIONS


RESOLUTION
HP is providing the following patches to resolve the vulnerability.
The updates are available from: http://itrc.hp.com

OS Release
Patch ID

HP-UX B.11.11
PHNE_36168 or subsequent

HP-UX B.11.23
PHNE_36260 or subsequent

HP-UX B.11.31
PHNE_36449 or subsequent


MANUAL ACTIONS: No

PRODUCT SPECIFIC INFORMATION

HP-UX Software Assistant:
HP-UX Software Assistant is an enhanced application that replaces HP-UX Security
Patch Check. It analyzes all HP-issued Security Bulletins and lists recommended
actions that may apply to a specific HP-UX system. It can also download patches
and create a depot automatically. For more information see:
https://www.hp.com/go/swa

HISTORY: Version 1 (rev.1) - 19 December 2007 Initial Release

Third Party Security Patches: Third party security patches which are to be
installed on systems running HP software products should be applied in
accordance with the customer's patch management policy.


Support: For further information, contact normal HP Services support channel.

Report: To report a potential security vulnerability with any HP supported
product, send Email to: security-alert@hp.com
It is strongly recommended that security related information being communicated
to HP be encrypted using PGP, especially exploit information.
To get the security-alert PGP key, please send an e-mail message as follows:
To: security-alert@hp.com
Subject: get key

Subscribe: To initiate a subscription to receive future HP Security Bulletins
via Email:
http://h30046.www3.hp.com/driverAlertProfile.php?regioncode=NA&langcode=USENG&jumpid=in_SC-GEN__driverITRC&topiccode=ITRC
On the web page: ITRC security bulletins and patch sign-up
Under Step1: your ITRC security bulletins and patches
- check ALL categories for which alerts are required and continue.
Under Step2: your ITRC operating systems
- verify your operating system selections are checked and save.


To update an existing subscription: http://h30046.www3.hp.com/subSignIn.php
Log in on the web page: Subscriber's choice for Business: sign-in.
On the web page: Subscriber's Choice: your profile summary - use Edit Profile to
update appropriate sections.


To review previously published Security Bulletins visit:
http://www.itrc.hp.com/service/cki/secBullArchive.do


* The Software Product Category that this Security Bulletin relates to is
represented by the 5th and 6th characters of the Bulletin number in the title:

GN = HP General SW
MA = HP Management Agents
MI = Misc. 3rd Party SW
MP = HP MPE/iX
NS = HP NonStop Servers
OV = HP OpenVMS
PI = HP Printing & Imaging
ST = HP Storage SW
TL = HP Trusted Linux
TU = HP Tru64 UNIX
UX = HP-UX
VV = HP VirtualVault


System management and security procedures must be reviewed frequently to
maintain system integrity. HP is continually reviewing and enhancing the
security features of software products to provide customers with current secure
solutions.


"HP is broadly distributing this Security Bulletin in order to bring to the
attention of users of the affected HP products the important security
information contained in this Bulletin. HP recommends that all users determine
the applicability of this information to their individual situations and take
appropriate action. HP does not warrant that this information is necessarily
accurate or complete for all user situations and, consequently, HP will not be
responsible for any damages resulting from user's use or disregard of the
information provided in this Bulletin. To the extent permitted by law, HP
disclaims all warranties, either express or implied, including the warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, title and
non-infringement."

©Copyright 2007 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.

Hewlett-Packard Company shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or
omissions contained herein. The information provided is provided "as is" without
warranty of any kind. To the extent permitted by law, neither HP or its
affiliates, subcontractors or suppliers will be liable for incidental, special
or consequential damages including downtime cost; lost profits; damages relating
to the procurement of substitute products or services; or damages for loss of
data, or software restoration. The information in this document is subject to
change without notice. Hewlett-Packard Company and the names of Hewlett-Packard
products referenced herein are trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Company in the
United States and other countries. Other product and company names mentioned
herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.

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Yours truly,
HP S/W Security Team
WTEC Cupertino, California


Return-Path: secure@cup.hp.com
Reply-to: security-alert@hp.com

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