CVE-2005-3755
First published: Tue Nov 22 2005(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in Google Mini Search Appliance, and possibly Google Search Appliance, allows remote attackers to determine the existence of arbitrary files via a relative path from a style sheet directory, then comparing the resulting error messages.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Search Appliance | ||
| Google Search Appliance Software |
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Reference Links
- http://metasploit.com/research/vulns/google_proxystylesheet/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15509
- http://www.osvdb.org/20977
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015246
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17644
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/2500
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/417310/30/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-3755?
CVE-2005-3755 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3755?
To mitigate CVE-2005-3755, ensure that your Google Mini Search Appliance or Google Search Appliance is updated to the latest version provided by Google.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-3755?
CVE-2005-3755 is a directory traversal vulnerability that can expose filesystem information.
Who is affected by CVE-2005-3755?
CVE-2005-3755 affects users of Google Mini Search Appliance and potentially Google Search Appliance.
What does CVE-2005-3755 allow attackers to do?
CVE-2005-3755 allows remote attackers to deduce the existence of arbitrary files by analyzing error messages.
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