CVE-2006-2020
First published: Tue Apr 25 2006(Updated: )
Asterisk Recording Interface (ARI) in Asterisk@Home before 2.8 stores recordings/includes/main.conf under the web document root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to obtain password information.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Asterisk | <=2.6 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securiweb.net/wiki/Ressources/AvisDeSecurite/2006.1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17641
- http://www.osvdb.org/24805
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19744
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/1457
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/25993
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/431655/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-2020?
CVE-2006-2020 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its ability to expose sensitive password information.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2020?
To fix CVE-2006-2020, upgrade to Asterisk@Home version 2.8 or later and ensure proper access controls for configuration files.
What vulnerability does CVE-2006-2020 describe?
CVE-2006-2020 describes an issue where the Asterisk Recording Interface improperly exposes configuration files under the web document root.
Who is affected by CVE-2006-2020?
Users of Asterisk@Home versions prior to 2.8 are affected by CVE-2006-2020 due to insufficient access controls.
What potential impact does CVE-2006-2020 have?
CVE-2006-2020 can allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive password information, potentially compromising system security.
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