CVE-2005-0013
First published: Mon May 02 2005(Updated: )
nwclient.c in ncpfs before 2.2.6 does not drop root privileges before executing utilities using the NetWare client functions, which allows local users to gain privileges.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ncpfs | =2.2.1 | |
| ncpfs | =2.2.2 | |
| ncpfs | =2.2.3 | |
| ncpfs | =2.2.4 | |
| ncpfs | =2.2.5 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-665
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200501-44.xml
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-371.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12400
- http://www.osvdb.org/13297
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1013019
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:028
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/433927/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0013?
CVE-2005-0013 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0013?
To fix CVE-2005-0013, upgrade to ncpfs version 2.2.6 or later, where the issue has been resolved.
Who is affected by CVE-2005-0013?
Users of ncpfs versions 2.2.1 to 2.2.5 are affected by CVE-2005-0013.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-0013?
CVE-2005-0013 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
How does CVE-2005-0013 allow for privilege escalation?
CVE-2005-0013 allows local users to gain privileges because the NetWare client functions do not drop root privileges before executing utilities.
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