Security readout for executives and security teams
CA Workload Control Center r11.4 SP5 and earlier has a remote code execution flaw triggered by a crafted HTTP request. For executives, the concern is potential compromise of a workload automation management component. The public bundle does not provide CVSS, authentication details, or confirmed exploitation evidence. Exposure is likely limited to organizations still running CA Workload Control Center r11.4 SP5 or earlier. Risk rises if the HTTP management interface is reachable from untrusted networks. The bundle does not confirm affected operating systems, default exposure, or authentication requirements. Treat as a high-priority legacy platform risk if the product is present. Remote code execution in an automation control component can affect operational integrity. Prioritize version inventory and vendor-supported remediation before broader security tuning. Mitigation focus: Upgrade CA Workload Control Center to r11.4 SP6 or a supported fixed release.; Review Broadcom or CA security guidance for current remediation instructions.; Restrict Workload Control Center HTTP access to trusted administrative networks..
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- https://support.ca.com/us/product-content/recommended-reading/security-notices/ca20180329-01--security-notice-for-ca-workload-automation-ae.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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