Re: Vunerability in HP sysdiag ?

[shaunl () march co uk (Shaun Lowry)]

> Hi all,
>
> If this is out, I apologize.
>
> Subject: Vunerability in HP sysdiag ???
>
> Program and Systems that I did this on:
>        The sysdiag program on
>           HP 9000/700/HPUX9.05 (has PHSS_7587)
>           HP 9000/800/HPUX9.04 (not sure of patch regarding diags)

Also confirmed on

        HP-UX viper B.10.10 A 9000/712 2003117870

> To Prevent:
>        For now, turn off the set uid on the programs involved.

Does anyone know of a valid reason why normal users should be allowed to
use sysdiag anyway?

        Shaun.

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