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AUSCERT External Security Bulletin Redistribution
ESB-2007.0195 -- [HP-UX]
HP-UX Running Thunderbird, Remote Unauthorized Access or
Elevation of Privileges or Denial of Service (DoS)
5 September 2007
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AusCERT Security Bulletin Summary
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Product: Thunderbird versions prior to 1.5.0.9
Operating System: HP-UX
Impact: Execute Arbitrary Code/Commands
Increased Privileges
Denial of Service
Access: Remote/Unauthenticated
CVE Names: CVE-2006-6497 CVE-2006-6501 CVE-2006-6502
CVE-2006-6503 CVE-2006-6505
Ref: AL-2006.0127
ESB-2006.0687
Comment: This revised bulletin indicates that Thunderbird has been upgraded
to version 1.5.0.9 from 1.5.0.5 as stated below. Administrators
should be aware that this release may not include fixes for
vulnerabilities patched in Thunderbird version 1.5.0.10:
http://www.auscert.org.au/7122
Revision History: September 5 2007: Updated HP-UX versions
March 26 2007: Initial Release
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SUPPORT COMMUNICATION - SUPPORT COMMUNICATION - SECURITY BULLETIN
Document ID: c00774579
Version: 3
HPSBUX02156 SSRT061236 rev.3 - HP-UX Running Thunderbird, Remote Unauthorized Access or Elevation of Privileges or Denial of Service (DoS)
NOTICE: The information in this Security Bulletin should be acted upon as soon as possible.
Release Date: 2006-09-20
Last Updated: 2007-08-27
Potential Security Impact: Remote unauthorized access, elevation of privileges, Denial of Service (DoS)
Source: Hewlett-Packard Company, HP Software Security Response Team
VULNERABILITY SUMMARY
Potential security vulnerabilities have been identified in Thunderbird running on HP-UX. These vulnerabilities could be exploited remotely resulting in unauthorized access, elevation of privileges, or Denial of Service (DoS).
References: ->Mozilla Foundation Security Advisory (MFSA) 2006-74, 2006-73, 2006-72, 2006-71, 2006-70, 2006-69, 2006-68, 2006-67, 2006-66, 2006-65, 2006-64, 2006-63, 2006-60, 2006-59, 2006-58, 2006-57, 2006-55, 2006-54, 2006-53, 2006-52, 2006-51, 2006-50, 2006-49, 2006-48, 2006-47, 2006-46, 2006-44, 2006-42, 2006-40, 2006-38, 2006-37, 2006-35, 2006-33, 2006-32, 2006-31, 2006-28, 2006-27, 2006-26, 2006-25, 2006-24, 2006-22, 2006-21, 2006-20, 2006-08, 2006-07, 2006-06, 2006-05, 2006-04, 2006-02, 2006-01.
SUPPORTED SOFTWARE VERSIONS*: ONLY impacted versions are listed.
- - ->Thunderbird prior to version 1.5.0.9 running on HP-UX B.11.11, B.11.23, and B.11.31.
BACKGROUND
For a PGP signed version of this security bulletin please write to: security-alert@hp.com
For further information please refer to: http://www.mozilla.org/projects/security/known-vulnerabilities.html
AFFECTED VERSIONS
HP-UX B.11.11
HP-UX B.11.23
- - ->HP-UX B.11.31
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Tbird.TBIRD-COM
action: install revision 1.5.0.9 or subsequent
URL: ftp://ftp.mozilla.org/pub/mozilla.org/thunderbird/releases/1.5.0.9/contrib/
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RESOLUTION
HP has made preliminary versions of Thunderbird 1.5.0.9 available to resolve the issue. These preliminary versions have received minimal testing and are localized for English only. The preliminary versions are available for download from the following url:
ftp://ftp.mozilla.org/pub/mozilla.org/thunderbird/releases/1.5.0.9/contrib/
- - ->For HP-UX B.11.23 and B.11.31 (IA):
thunderbird_1.5.0.9_ia.depot.gz
thunderbird_1.5.0.9_ia.depot.gz.readme
- - ->For HP-UX B.11.11, B.11.23, and B.11.31 (PA):
thunderbird_1.5.0.9_pa.depot.gz
thunderbird_1.5.0.9_pa.depot.gz.readme
This security bulletin will be revised when fully tested and localized versions of Thunderbird 1.5.0.9 or subsequent for HP-UX are available.
The most recent fully tested and localized Thunderbird (version 1.5.0.8) is available here:
http://www.hp.com/products1/unix/java/firefox/index.html
Thunderbird version 1.5.0.8 does not resolve the following: Mozilla Foundation Security Advisory (MFSA) 2006-74, 2006-73, 2006-72, 2006-71, 2006-70, 2006-69, 2006-68. These are resolved in Thunderbird version 1.5.0.9.
MANUAL ACTION: Yes - Update
install revision 1.5.0.9 or subsequent
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) - 20 September 2006 Initial release
Version:2 (rev.2) - 05 March 2007 preliminary Thunderbird 1.5.0.9 available
Version:3 (rev.3) - 27 August 2007 added HP-UX B.11.31
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
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* 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
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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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