FlexLM Security Vulnerability

According to the CERT system security organization, a buffer overflow vulnerability issue has been identified and reported for the Flexnet Publisher lmgrd license server daemon version 11.12.1.2 and earlier. This vulnerability could enable attackers to interface license servers, run malicious code, and compromise highly sensitive organizational software assets.

The recommended solutions for this issue are as follows:

• Software vendors that distribute vulnerable lmgrd or vendor daemon components should obtain FlexNet Publisher 2015 (11.13.1.2) Security Update 1 or later from Flexera Software’s Product and License Center.
• Users of Flexnet Publisher of relevant versions should contact their software vendors for assistance.

CERT is a highly acknowledged organization dedicated to the enhancement of computer systems security.