CVE-2015-5403 in Systems Insight Manager
Summary
by MITRE
HP Systems Insight Manager (SIM) before 7.5.0, as used in HP Matrix Operating Environment before 7.5.0 and other products, allows remote authenticated users to obtain sensitive information via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-2139.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/20/2025
HP Systems Insight Manager version 7.4.0 and earlier contains a sensitive information disclosure vulnerability that affects the HP Matrix Operating Environment and other related products. This vulnerability permits remote authenticated attackers to access confidential data through unspecified attack vectors that differ from CVE-2015-2139. The flaw resides in the information disclosure mechanisms within the SIM component, which fails to properly validate or restrict access to sensitive system data. The vulnerability represents a critical weakness in the access control framework of the management interface, allowing attackers who have already established authentication credentials to escalate their privileges and extract unauthorized information. This issue manifests as a failure in the authorization controls that should prevent authenticated users from accessing data beyond their designated permissions, creating a scenario where legitimate users can potentially access system information that should remain restricted.
The technical nature of this vulnerability aligns with CWE-200, which describes improper exposure of sensitive information, and CWE-284, which addresses improper access control mechanisms. The flaw operates through unspecified vectors that likely involve manipulation of API endpoints or web interface parameters that should require additional authorization checks. Attackers exploiting this vulnerability can potentially access system configuration details, user credentials, network topology information, or other sensitive operational data that could be leveraged for further attacks. The vulnerability's impact extends beyond simple information disclosure as it provides attackers with valuable intelligence for planning more sophisticated attacks against the managed infrastructure. The authentication requirement indicates that this vulnerability cannot be exploited by anonymous users, but rather by individuals who have already gained legitimate access to the system, making it particularly dangerous in environments where privileged accounts are compromised.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is significant for organizations relying on HP Systems Insight Manager for infrastructure management. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to critical system information that would normally be protected within the management environment. This includes potential exposure of system configurations, user account details, network mappings, and other operational data that could be used to map attack paths, identify system weaknesses, or facilitate lateral movement within the network. The vulnerability affects not only the SIM component but also the broader HP Matrix Operating Environment, indicating a systemic issue within the management infrastructure that could impact multiple interconnected systems. Organizations using affected versions may experience increased risk of subsequent compromise as attackers gain knowledge about the managed environment that could be used to target other system components or identify additional vulnerabilities.
Mitigation strategies should focus on immediate remediation through the installation of HP Systems Insight Manager version 7.5.0 or later, which contains the necessary patches to address this information disclosure vulnerability. Organizations should also implement additional monitoring and access control measures to detect unauthorized access attempts and limit the scope of privileges granted to authenticated users. Network segmentation and principle of least privilege enforcement can help reduce the potential impact if exploitation occurs. Security teams should conduct thorough audits of access logs and monitor for unusual patterns that might indicate attempts to exploit this vulnerability. The remediation process should include comprehensive testing to ensure that the patch does not introduce compatibility issues with existing management workflows, while also implementing proper configuration management to prevent re-introduction of vulnerable components. Regular vulnerability assessments and security updates should be maintained as part of the operational security posture to prevent similar issues from arising in the future.