HP OpenView vulnerability noted
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Hardware vendor Hewlett Packard has announced a network security vulnerability in its OpenView Network Node Manager.
If left unpatched, the firm warned that the exploit could allow hackers to execute code remotely and gain control of users' machines.
As such, it urged businesses and all other organizations using the utility to download patches immediately in order to maintain enterprise network security.
The flaw was said to be present in various versions of the program and could potentially affect networks operating on Windows, Solaris, Linux and HP-UX systems.
In a prepared statement, the firm said: "HP recommends that all users determine the applicability of this information to their individual situations and take appropriate action."
HP notes that the aim of the OpenView Network Node Manager is to allow businesses to adopt a scalable networking solution across multiple platforms.
Among the features offered are event correlation and automated business network monitoring.
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