CVE-2019-17044 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

A vulnerability has been found in BMC Patrol Agent 9.0.10i that could allow privilege escalation to the root user.

Understanding CVE-2019-17044

This CVE identifies a security issue in BMC Patrol Agent 9.0.10i that enables a user with 'patrol' privileges to elevate their permissions to 'root' by exploiting insufficient execution permissions on the PatrolAgent SUID binary.

What is CVE-2019-17044?

The vulnerability in BMC Patrol Agent 9.0.10i allows a user with 'patrol' privileges to escalate their permissions to 'root' by creating a specially crafted shared library .so file.

The Impact of CVE-2019-17044

Exploiting this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access and control over the system, posing a significant security risk.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-17044

This section provides more in-depth technical information about the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The weak execution permissions on the PatrolAgent SUID binary in BMC Patrol Agent 9.0.10i allow an attacker to craft a shared library .so file for privilege escalation.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: BMC Patrol Agent 9.0.10i
Vendor: BMC
Version: All versions are affected

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by creating a specially crafted shared library .so file that will be loaded during the execution process, enabling the elevation of privileges.

Mitigation and Prevention

It is crucial to take immediate steps to address and prevent the exploitation of this vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the security patch provided by BMC to fix the vulnerability.
Restrict access to vulnerable systems to authorized personnel only.
Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and applications to prevent security vulnerabilities.
Conduct security audits and assessments to identify and address any potential weaknesses in the system.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all systems running BMC Patrol Agent 9.0.10i are updated with the latest security patches from BMC.
Stay informed about security advisories and updates from BMC to protect against known vulnerabilities.