CVE-2005-1606
First published: Mon May 16 2005(Updated: )
H-Sphere Winbox 2.4.2 and 2.4.3 RC1 stores sensitive information such as username and password in plaintext in world-readable log files, which allows local users to gain privileges.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Positive Software H-Sphere Winbox | =2.4.2_patch_4 | |
| Positive Software H-Sphere Winbox | =2.4.3_rc1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1606?
CVE-2005-1606 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for local users to gain unauthorized privileges.
How does CVE-2005-1606 expose sensitive information?
CVE-2005-1606 exposes sensitive information by logging usernames and passwords in plaintext in accessible log files.
What versions of H-Sphere Winbox are affected by CVE-2005-1606?
CVE-2005-1606 affects H-Sphere Winbox versions 2.4.2 and 2.4.3 RC1.
What could be a potential impact of exploiting CVE-2005-1606?
Exploiting CVE-2005-1606 could allow local users to escalate their privileges and access sensitive resources.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1606?
To fix CVE-2005-1606, it is recommended to update to a patched version of H-Sphere Winbox that resolves the logging issue.
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