CVE-2005-0464
First published: Fri Apr 08 2005(Updated: )
gr_osview in SGI IRIX 6.5.22, and possibly other 6.5 versions, does not drop privileges when opening description files while in debug mode, which allows local users to read a line from arbitrary files via the -d and -D options, which prints the line as a formatting error.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SGI IRIX | =6.5.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0464?
CVE-2005-0464 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for local users to read sensitive files.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0464?
To fix CVE-2005-0464, ensure that the SGI IRIX system is updated to a version where privilege dropping when opening description files is implemented.
Who is affected by CVE-2005-0464?
Local users of SGI IRIX 6.5.22 and possibly other 6.5 versions are affected by CVE-2005-0464.
What is the impact of CVE-2005-0464?
The impact of CVE-2005-0464 is that local users can access arbitrary files by exploiting the debug mode of gr_osview.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2005-0464?
A potential workaround for CVE-2005-0464 is to restrict access to the gr_osview tool or to avoid using debug mode.
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