What is the severity of CVE-2004-2693?

CVE-2004-2693 is considered a local privilege escalation vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2004-2693?

To fix CVE-2004-2693, ensure that proper permissions are set on the /opt/gnome/src/GLib/ directory.

Who is affected by CVE-2004-2693?

CVE-2004-2693 affects users of HP-UX versions 11.00, 11.04, and 11.11 with B6848AB GTK+ Support Libraries installed.

What kind of exploit does CVE-2004-2693 allow?

CVE-2004-2693 allows local users to gain elevated privileges through insecure directory permissions.

When was CVE-2004-2693 published?

CVE-2004-2693 was published in 2004.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2004-2693

high

7.2

CWE

264

31/12/2004

6/10/2007

8/8/2024

CVE-2004-2693

First published: Fri Dec 31 2004(Updated: )

HP-UX B.11.00 and B.11.11 with B6848AB GTK+ Support Libraries installed uses insecure directory permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges via files in /opt/gnome/src/GLib/.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
HPE HP-UX	=11.11
HPE HP-UX	=11.04
HPE HP-UX	=11.00

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2004-2693?
CVE-2004-2693 is considered a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2693?
To fix CVE-2004-2693, ensure that proper permissions are set on the /opt/gnome/src/GLib/ directory.
Who is affected by CVE-2004-2693?
CVE-2004-2693 affects users of HP-UX versions 11.00, 11.04, and 11.11 with B6848AB GTK+ Support Libraries installed.
What kind of exploit does CVE-2004-2693 allow?
CVE-2004-2693 allows local users to gain elevated privileges through insecure directory permissions.
When was CVE-2004-2693 published?
CVE-2004-2693 was published in 2004.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2004-2693?
CVE-2004-2693 is considered a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2693?
To fix CVE-2004-2693, ensure that proper permissions are set on the /opt/gnome/src/GLib/ directory.
Who is affected by CVE-2004-2693?
CVE-2004-2693 affects users of HP-UX versions 11.00, 11.04, and 11.11 with B6848AB GTK+ Support Libraries installed.
What kind of exploit does CVE-2004-2693 allow?
CVE-2004-2693 allows local users to gain elevated privileges through insecure directory permissions.
When was CVE-2004-2693 published?
CVE-2004-2693 was published in 2004.