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CVE-2004-2126

First published: Fri Dec 31 2004(Updated: )

The upgrade for BlackICE PC Protection 3.6 and earlier sets insecure permissions for .INI files such as (1) blackice.ini, (2) firewall.ini, (3) protect.ini, or (4) sigs.ini, which allows local users to modify BlackICE configuration or possibly execute arbitrary code by exploiting vulnerabilities in the .INI parsers.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM ISS BlackICE PC Protection<=3.6cbz

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2004-2126?

    CVE-2004-2126 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for local users to modify configuration settings.

  • How do I fix CVE-2004-2126?

    To fix CVE-2004-2126, adjust the file permissions for the affected .INI files to restrict access to authorized users only.

  • What versions of BlackICE are affected by CVE-2004-2126?

    CVE-2004-2126 affects BlackICE PC Protection version 3.6 and earlier.

  • What files are involved in CVE-2004-2126?

    CVE-2004-2126 involves insecure permissions for configuration files such as blackice.ini, firewall.ini, protect.ini, and sigs.ini.

  • Can CVE-2004-2126 lead to arbitrary code execution?

    Yes, CVE-2004-2126 may allow local users to execute arbitrary code by exploiting the vulnerabilities related to the insecure .INI files.

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