CVE-2006-2752
First published: Thu Jun 01 2006(Updated: )
The RedCarpet /etc/ximian/rcd.conf configuration file in Novell Linux Desktop 9 and SUSE SLES 9 has world-readable permissions, which allows attackers to obtain the rc (RedCarpet) password.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE Linux | =9.0 | |
| SUSE Linux | =9.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-2752?
CVE-2006-2752 has a medium severity level due to the potential exposure of sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2752?
To fix CVE-2006-2752, change the permissions of the /etc/ximian/rcd.conf file to restrict access from world-readable to limited users.
What are the consequences of CVE-2006-2752?
The consequences of CVE-2006-2752 include unauthorized access to the RedCarpet configuration and potential exploitation of the rc password.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2006-2752?
CVE-2006-2752 affects Novell Linux Desktop 9 and SUSE SLES 9 systems.
How can I determine if my system is vulnerable to CVE-2006-2752?
You can determine if your system is vulnerable to CVE-2006-2752 by checking the permissions of the /etc/ximian/rcd.conf file.
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- agent/author
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- agent/event
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/softwarecombine
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/tags
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- collector/nvd-historical
- vendor/suse
- product/suse linux
- canonical/suse suse linux
- agent/weakness
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- agent/description
- canonical/suse linux
- version/suse linux/9.0