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HP ThinPro Linux Escalation of Privilege
A potential security vulnerability, known as PwnKit, has been identified in all versions of HP ThinPro OS, which might allow local escalation of privilege.
- Severity
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High
- HP Reference
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HPSBHF03777 Rev.1
- Release date
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March 3, 2022
- Last updated
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March 3, 2022
- Category
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PC
- Potential Security Impact
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Escalation of Privilege
Summary
Polkit (formerly known as PolicyKit) is a software package included in all versions of HP ThinPro OS. A vulnerability has been discovered in PolKit that permits a non-privileged user with access to the Terminal or virtual console to potentially gain root (admin) privileges. The default configuration of HP ThinPro OS does not allow user access to the terminal or virtual console.
HP is releasing a patch to HP ThinPro OS 7.2 to remediate this issue. HP recommends that all customers upgrade to the latest version of HP ThinPro, 7.2 Service Pack 8 (SP8), and apply this patch.
Relevant Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) List
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CVE ID |
Base Score |
Base Vector |
|---|---|---|
|
7.8 |
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H |
Learn more about CVSS 3.1 base metrics, which range from 0 to 10.
PSR-2022-0016
Mitigation
For customers who cannot upgrade to HP ThinPro 7.2 and apply the patch, the following mitigation steps prevent nonprivileged customers from accessing the Terminal or Virtual Console.
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Click the Start menu, select Administrator/User Mode Switch, and then switch to ADMIN mode.
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Type the Admin password.
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Click the Start menu, and then go to Customization Center.
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Go to the Applications tab.
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Under Select authorized applications, clear X Terminal.
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Click Apply.
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Click the Start menu, and then select SSHD Manager.
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Clear Enable Non-Administrator Access via Secure Shell.
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Click Apply.
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Close all windows.
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Click the Start menu, select Administrator/User Mode Switch, and then switch back to USER mode.
Resolution
While the default configuration is not vulnerable, HP is releasing a patch with the latest Polkit components that eliminate this vulnerability.
The patch can be downloaded from:
https://ftp.hp.com/pub/tcdebian/updates/Security/CVE-2021-4034/ThinPro7.2_SP-9.0.5252.xar
Service Pack 9 for Thin Pro 7.2 will include this patch and be available by the end of March.
This bulletin might be updated when new information is available.
To confirm that the patch has been applied successfully, use the following procedure:
Affected products
Identify the affected products.
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Product Name |
Service Pack Version |
|---|---|
|
HP Thin Pro |
Versions prior to 7.2 Service Pack 8 (SP8) |
Revision history
This document has been revised according to the information below.
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Version |
Description |
Date |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Initial Release |
March 3, 2022 |
Additional information
Follow these links for additional information.
- Third-party security patches
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Third party security patches that are to be installed on systems running HP software products should be applied in accordance with the customer's patch management policy.
- Support
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For issues about implementing the recommendations of this Security Bulletin, visit http://www.hp.com/go/contacthp to learn about your HP support options.
- Report
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To report a potential security vulnerability with any HP supported product, send email to: hp-security-alert@hp.com.
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- Security bulletin archive
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To view released Security Bulletins, visit https://support.hp.com/security-bulletins.
It is strongly recommended that security related information being communicated to HP be encrypted using PGP, especially exploit information.
Legal information
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 Security 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 Security 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.
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