-----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 SUPPORT COMMUNICATION - SECURITY BULLETIN Document ID: c00592810 Version: 1 HPSBMA02093 SSRT051102 rev.1 - HP HTTP Server Running on Windows, Forced Use of Weaker Security Protocol NOTICE: The information in this Security Bulletin should be acted upon as soon as possible. Release Date: 2006-01-17 Last Updated: 2006-02-09 Potential Security Impact: Forced use of weaker security protocol Source: Hewlett-Packard Company, HP Software Security Response Team VULNERABILITY SUMMARY A potential security vulnerability has been identified in the SSL v2 implementation used in HP HTTP Server v5.9.6 that may allow a remote attacker to force the use of a weaker security protocol via a man-in-the-middle attack. References: CAN-2005-2969 SUPPORTED SOFTWARE VERSIONS*: ONLY impacted versions are listed. HP HTTP Server versions earlier than version 5.9.7 running on Microsoft Windows NT, Windows 2000 Server and Windows 2003 Operating Systems The table below shows the vulnerable products running Microsoft Windows HP HTTP Server software. Agent/Utility (Product) Platform Operating System -------------------------------------------------------------- HP Server Management Application and Agents ProLiant, ProSignia Servers, and AlphaServers Windows NT 4.0 -------------------------------------------------------------- HP Version Control Agent ProLiant Servers Windows NT 4.0 -------------------------------------------------------------- HP Version Control Repository Manager ProLiant Servers Windows NT 4.0 -------------------------------------------------------------- Compaq Insight Manager 7 (SNMP and DMI agents) ProLiant and ProSignia Servers Windows NT 4.0 -------------------------------------------------------------- HP Array Configuration Utility ProLiant Servers Windows NT 4.0 -------------------------------------------------------------- Compaq Survey Utility (when installed as an agent) ProLiant and ProSignia Servers Windows NT 4.0 -------------------------------------------------------------- Performance Management Pack ProLiant Servers Windows NT 4.0 Windows 2000/2003 -------------------------------------------------------------- ProLiant Performance Analyzer ProLiant Servers Windows NT 4.0 Windows 2000/2003 -------------------------------------------------------------- Intelligent Cluster Administrator ProLiant Servers Windows NT 4.0 Windows 2000/2003 -------------------------------------------------------------- Compaq Power Management ProLiant Servers Windows NT 4.0 Windows 2000/2003 -------------------------------------------------------------- BACKGROUND To ensure that HP System Management Homepage Software has the most current enhancements and patches, upgrade to the latest versions as they become available. For additional information, refer to the ProLiant server management web site at the following URL: www.hp.com/servers/manage RESOLUTION HP has made available a software update to resolve the issue The HP Web-Enabled Management Software Security Patch for Windows is available as SoftPaq SP31652 and can be downloaded from: http://h18023.www1.hp.com/support/files/server/us/ download/23969.html The table below shows the vulnerable products running Microsoft Windows HP HTTP Server software and the recommended action for impacted versions. Agent/Utility (Product) Platform Operating System O/S or Product Recommended Action -------------------------------------------------------------- HP Server Management Application and Agents ProLiant, ProSignia Servers, and AlphaServers Windows NT 4.0 Upgrade to latest Windows NT 4.0 PSP then apply update SP31652 -------------------------------------------------------------- HP Version Control Agent ProLiant Servers Windows NT 4.0 Upgrade to latest Windows NT 4.0 PSP then apply update SP31652 -------------------------------------------------------------- HP Version Control Repository Manager ProLiant Servers Windows NT 4.0 Upgrade to latest Windows NT 4.0 PSP then apply update SP31652 -------------------------------------------------------------- Compaq Insight Manager 7 (SNMP and DMI agents) ProLiant and ProSignia Servers Windows NT 4.0 Upgrade to latest IM7 supporting Windows NT 4.0 then apply update SP31652 -------------------------------------------------------------- HP Array Configuration Utility ProLiant Servers Windows NT 4.0 Upgrade to latest Windows NT 4.0 PSP then apply update SP31652 -------------------------------------------------------------- Performance Management Pack ProLiant Servers Windows NT 4.0, 2000/2003 For v3.1 or later - Apply update SP31652 -------------------------------------------------------------- ProLiant Performance Analyzer ProLiant Servers Windows NT 4.0, 2000/2003 All versions - Apply update SP31652 -------------------------------------------------------------- Intelligent Cluster Administrator ProLiant Servers Windows NT 4.0, 2000/2003 All versions - Apply update SP31652 -------------------------------------------------------------- Compaq Power Management ProLiant Servers All versions - Apply update SP31652 -------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE: This vulnerability has been resolved in earlier versions of the Utilities/Agents running on Linux systems. PRODUCT SPECIFIC INFORMATION HISTORY Version:1 (rev.1) - 09 February 2006 Initial release 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 Subscribe: To initiate a subscription to receive future HP Security Bulletins via Email: http://h30046.www3.hp.com/driverAlertProfile.php?regioncode=NA& langcode=USENG&jumpid=in_SC-GEN__driverITRC&topiccode=ITRC On the web page: ITRC security bulletins and patch sign-up Under Step1: your ITRC security bulletins and patches - check ALL categories for which alerts are required and continue. Under Step2: your ITRC operating systems - verify your operating system selections are checked and save. To update an existing subscription: http://h30046.www3.hp.com/subSignIn.php Log in on the web page: Subscriber's choice for Business: sign-in. On the web page: Subscriber's Choice: your profile summary - use Edit Profile to update appropriate sections. To review previously published Security Bulletins visit: http://www.itrc.hp.com/service/cki/secBullArchive.do * 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, MI = Misc. 3rd party SW, MP = HP MPE/iX, NS = HP NonStop Servers, OV = HP OpenVMS, PI = HP Printing & Imaging, ST = HP Storage SW, TL = HP Trusted Linux, TU = HP Tru64 UNIX, UX = HP-UX, VV = HP Virtual Vault 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." (c)Copyright 2006 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 nor 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. 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