CVE-2006-1079
First published: Thu Mar 09 2006(Updated: )
htpasswd, as used in Acme thttpd 2.25b and possibly other products such as Apache, might allow local users to gain privileges via shell metacharacters in a command line argument, which is used in a call to the system function. NOTE: since htpasswd is normally installed as a non-setuid program, and the exploit is through command line options, perhaps this issue should not be included in CVE. However, if there are some typical or recommended configurations that use htpasswd with sudo privileges, or common products that access htpasswd remotely, then perhaps it should be included.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Acme Labs thttpd | =2.25b |
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Reference Links
- http://www.osvdb.org/23828
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16972
- http://marc.info/?l=thttpd&m=114153031201867&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=thttpd&m=114154083000296&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/25217
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/426823/100/0/threaded
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/175949/m-privacy-TightGate-Pro-Code-Execution-Insecure-Permissions.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2023/Nov/13
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-1079?
CVE-2006-1079 has a medium severity rating due to potential privilege escalation through shell metacharacters.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1079?
To fix CVE-2006-1079, ensure that the htpasswd utility is not called with untrusted input that may contain shell metacharacters.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2006-1079?
CVE-2006-1079 affects Acme thttpd version 2.25b and possibly other similar products.
Can CVE-2006-1079 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2006-1079 primarily allows local users to exploit the vulnerability, not remote attackers.
What are the potential implications of CVE-2006-1079?
Exploiting CVE-2006-1079 may allow local users to gain elevated privileges on affected systems.
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