CVE-2005-0201
First published: Tue Jun 28 2005(Updated: )
D-BUS (dbus) before 0.22 does not properly restrict access to a socket, if the socket address is known, which allows local users to listen or send arbitrary messages on another user's per-user session bus via that socket.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| D-Bus | <=0.22 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:105
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-102.html
- http://www.auscert.org.au/render.html?it=5156
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12435
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1013075
- http://secunia.com/advisories/14119
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15638
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15833
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15844
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A10973
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/144-1/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0201?
CVE-2005-0201 has a medium severity level, indicating moderate impact on system security.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0201?
To fix CVE-2005-0201, upgrade D-BUS to version 0.22 or later, which contains the necessary security updates.
What vulnerabilities does CVE-2005-0201 introduce?
CVE-2005-0201 allows local users to potentially listen or send arbitrary messages on another user's session bus, compromising user data integrity.
Which versions of D-BUS are affected by CVE-2005-0201?
D-BUS versions prior to 0.22 are affected by CVE-2005-0201 and should be updated to mitigate the vulnerability.
Who is impacted by CVE-2005-0201?
Local users on systems running affected versions of D-BUS are impacted by CVE-2005-0201, as it enables unauthorized message access.
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