CVE-2004-1452
First published: Fri Dec 31 2004(Updated: )
Tomcat before 5.0.27-r3 in Gentoo Linux sets the default permissions on the init scripts as tomcat:tomcat, but executes the scripts with root privileges, which could allow local users in the tomcat group to execute arbitrary commands as root by modifying the scripts.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Gentoo Linux | =1.4-rc1 | |
| Gentoo Linux | =1.4-rc3 | |
| Gentoo Linux | =0.5 | |
| Gentoo Linux | =1.1a | |
| Gentoo Linux | =1.4 | |
| Gentoo Linux | =0.7 | |
| Gentoo Linux | =1.2 | |
| Gentoo Linux | =1.4-rc2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-1452?
CVE-2004-1452 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for local users to gain root access.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1452?
To fix CVE-2004-1452, change the permissions on Tomcat init scripts to restrict access to the tomcat group only.
Who is affected by CVE-2004-1452?
CVE-2004-1452 affects users of Gentoo Linux versions including 1.4, 1.4-rc1, and others listed in the vulnerability details.
What types of attacks are possible due to CVE-2004-1452?
Possible attacks include local privilege escalation, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary commands with root privileges.
Is CVE-2004-1452 still a relevant threat today?
While CVE-2004-1452 is an older vulnerability, systems using affected versions of Gentoo Linux remain at risk if not patched.
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