CVE-2006-0531
First published: Sat Feb 04 2006(Updated: )
Unspecified vulnerability in Sun Java System Access Manager 7.0 allows local users logged in as "root" to bypass authentication and gain top-level administrator privileges via the amadmin CLI tool.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sun Java System Access Manager | =7.0 | |
| Sun Java System Access Manager | =7.0 | |
| Sun Java System Access Manager | =7.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-102140-1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16474
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18699
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015567
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/0430
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/24423
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A755
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A360
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-0531?
CVE-2006-0531 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for local root users to gain top-level administrative privileges.
How do local users exploit CVE-2006-0531?
Local users can exploit CVE-2006-0531 by using the amadmin CLI tool to bypass authentication.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2006-0531?
CVE-2006-0531 affects Sun Java System Access Manager version 7.0 on Solaris and Linux platforms.
What should I do to mitigate CVE-2006-0531?
To mitigate CVE-2006-0531, restrict access to the amadmin CLI tool and apply any available security patches.
Can CVE-2006-0531 be resolved through configuration changes?
While configuration changes may limit access, the most effective resolution for CVE-2006-0531 is to upgrade to a fixed version of the affected software.
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