CVE-2006-1167: Low severity sgi propack vulnerability
Published Feb 6, 2007
·Updated
SGI ProPack 3 SP6 kernel displays the frame buffer contents of the last session after a reboot, which might allow local users to obtain sensitive information.
Affected Software
1 affected component
SGI ProPack=3-sp6
Remediation
Event History
Feb 6, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2006-1167?
CVE-2006-1167 is considered a low-severity vulnerability as it involves local information disclosure.
2
How do I fix CVE-2006-1167?
To mitigate CVE-2006-1167, users should upgrade to a patched version of SGI ProPack that addresses this issue.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2006-1167?
CVE-2006-1167 affects local users of SGI ProPack 3 SP6 who have access to the system after a reboot.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-1167?
CVE-2006-1167 is an information disclosure vulnerability.
5
What kind of sensitive information can be disclosed by CVE-2006-1167?
CVE-2006-1167 may allow local users to access sensitive information displayed on the frame buffer from the previous session.