CVE-2006-2942
First published: Tue Jun 20 2006(Updated: )
TWiki 4.0.0, 4.0.1, and 4.0.2 allows remote attackers to gain Twiki administrator privileges via a TWiki.TWikiRegistration form with a modified action attribute that references the Sandbox web instead of the user web, which can then be used to associate the user's login name with the WikiName of a member of the TWikiAdminGroup.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| TWiki | =4.0.1 | |
| TWiki | =4.0.0 | |
| TWiki | =4.0.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://twiki.org/cgi-bin/view/Codev/SecurityAlertTWiki4PrivilegeElevation
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18506
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016323
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20596
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2006-q2/0032.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/26623
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2415
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/27336
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-2942?
CVE-2006-2942 is considered to be a critical vulnerability due to its impact on privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2942?
To fix CVE-2006-2942, upgrade TWiki to version 4.0.3 or later to ensure that the vulnerability is patched.
What versions of TWiki are affected by CVE-2006-2942?
CVE-2006-2942 affects TWiki versions 4.0.0, 4.0.1, and 4.0.2.
Can CVE-2006-2942 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2006-2942 can be exploited remotely by attackers without requiring physical access to the server.
What kind of attack does CVE-2006-2942 enable?
CVE-2006-2942 enables attackers to gain administrator privileges within TWiki, compromising the security of the installation.
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