CVE-2011-2779

Name: CVE-2011-2779
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2011-07-19T21:55:00.79+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.55%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2011-2779 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Windows Event Log SmartConnector in HP ArcSight Connector Appliance before 6.1 uses world-writable permissions for exported report files, which allows local users to change or delete log data by modifying a file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2011-0770.. EPSS estimates a 0.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Windows Event Log SmartConnector in HP ArcSight Connector Appliance before 6.1 uses world-writable permissions for exported report files, which allows local users to change or delete log data by modifying a file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2011-0770.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.55%

41.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Hp	Windows Event Log Smartconnector	<= 6.0.0.60023.2
Hp	Arcsight C1000 Appliance	All versions
Hp	Arcsight C1300 Appliance	All versions
Hp	Arcsight C3200 Appliance	All versions
Hp	Arcsight C3400 Appliance	All versions
Hp	Arcsight C5200 Appliance	All versions
Hp	Arcsight C5400 Appliance	All versions

References

http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/122054US Government Resource
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/68855
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/122054US Government Resource
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/68855

Timeline

Published: Jul 19, 2011
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2011-2779?

How severe is CVE-2011-2779?

Severity scoring for CVE-2011-2779 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2011-2779?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST