CVE-2004-0426
First published: Fri Apr 30 2004(Updated: )
rsync before 2.6.1 does not properly sanitize paths when running a read/write daemon without using chroot, which allows remote attackers to write files outside of the module's path.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| rsync | <=2.6 |
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Reference Links
- http://rsync.samba.org/
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-499
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-192.html
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200407-10.xml
- http://www.trustix.net/errata/misc/2004/TSL-2004-0024-rsync.asc.txt
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/o-134.shtml
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/o-212.shtml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10247
- http://secunia.com/advisories/11514
- http://secunia.com/advisories/11515
- http://secunia.com/advisories/11523
- http://secunia.com/advisories/11537
- http://secunia.com/advisories/11583
- http://secunia.com/advisories/11669
- http://secunia.com/advisories/11688
- http://secunia.com/advisories/11993
- http://secunia.com/advisories/12054
- http://www.slackware.org/security/viewer.php?l=slackware-security&y=2004&m=slackware-security.403462
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2004:042
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=108515912212018&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16014
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A967
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A9495
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0426?
CVE-2004-0426 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for remote attackers to write files outside the designated module path.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0426?
To fix CVE-2004-0426, upgrade to rsync version 2.6.1 or later, which addresses the path sanitization issue.
What software is affected by CVE-2004-0426?
CVE-2004-0426 affects rsync versions prior to 2.6.1.
Can CVE-2004-0426 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2004-0426 can be exploited remotely if the rsync daemon is configured without chroot.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2004-0426?
The potential consequences of CVE-2004-0426 include unauthorized file writing and potential system compromise.
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