CVE-2001-0406
First published: Thu May 24 2001(Updated: )
Samba before 2.2.0 allows local attackers to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack using (1) a printer queue query, (2) the more command in smbclient, or (3) the mput command in smbclient.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Samba | <=2.0.7 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-04/0305.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2001/dsa-048
- http://www.caldera.com/support/security/advisories/CSSA-2001-015.0.txt
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-04/0319.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-04/0326.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/freebsd/2001-04/0608.html
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/2001/MDKSA-2001-040.php3
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/670568
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2617
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000395
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0406?
CVE-2001-0406 is regarded as a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for local file overwrite attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0406?
To mitigate CVE-2001-0406, upgrade Samba to version 2.2.0 or later, which resolves the symlink attack issue.
What systems are affected by CVE-2001-0406?
CVE-2001-0406 affects Samba versions prior to 2.2.0, specifically those up to version 2.0.7.
What is a symlink attack in relation to CVE-2001-0406?
In the context of CVE-2001-0406, a symlink attack allows an attacker to create symbolic links that can overwrite arbitrary files on the system.
Can CVE-2001-0406 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2001-0406 primarily requires local access for exploitation, making it a local attack vulnerability.
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