HP.Operations.Agent.HEALTH.Packet.Parsing.Buffer.Overflow

Description

This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Buffer Overflow vulnerability in HP Operations Agents for NonStop Server.
The vulnerability is due to insufficient validation when handling an overly HEALTH packet. A remote attacker may be able to exploit this to execute arbitrary code within the context of the application, via a crafted HEALTH packet.

Affected Products

HP Operations Agent for NonStop Server v5.0

Impact

System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.

Recommended Actions

Currently we are unaware of any vendor supplied patch or updates available for this issue.

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