CVE-2004-2687
First published: Fri Dec 31 2004(Updated: )
distcc 2.x, as used in XCode 1.5 and others, when not configured to restrict access to the server port, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via compilation jobs, which are executed by the server without authorization checks.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Samba | <=2.18.3 | |
| Apple Xcode | =1.5 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2005-03/0183.html
- http://lists.samba.org/archive/distcc/2004q3/002550.html
- http://lists.samba.org/archive/distcc/2004q3/002562.html
- http://www.metasploit.org/projects/Framework/exploits.html#distcc_exec
- http://distcc.samba.org/security.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/13378
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-2687?
CVE-2004-2687 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote command execution.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2687?
To fix CVE-2004-2687, configure distcc to restrict access to trusted hosts only.
Which software is affected by CVE-2004-2687?
CVE-2004-2687 affects distcc 2.x in XCode 1.5 and certain versions of Samba up to 2.18.3.
Can CVE-2004-2687 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2004-2687 can be exploited remotely by unauthorized attackers if the server port is not properly secured.
What type of attacks can CVE-2004-2687 facilitate?
CVE-2004-2687 can facilitate arbitrary command execution attacks on the vulnerable server.
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