CVE-2006-3159
First published: Thu Jun 22 2006(Updated: )
pipe_master in Sun ONE/iPlanet Messaging Server 5.2 HotFix 1.16 (built May 14 2003) allows local users to read portions of restricted files via a symlink attack on msg.conf in a directory identified by the CONFIGROOT environment variable, which returns the first line of the file in an error message.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sun iPlanet Messaging Server | =5.2 | |
| Sun iPlanet Messaging Server | =5.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2006-June/046920.html
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016312
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-102496-1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18749
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016416
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20919
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2633
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/27220
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-3159?
CVE-2006-3159 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for exposing restricted file information to local users.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3159?
To fix CVE-2006-3159, ensure that improper symlinks are not used by restricting access permissions to sensitive files and reviewing the CONFIGROOT variable settings.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2006-3159?
CVE-2006-3159 affects Sun ONE/iPlanet Messaging Server and Sun iPlanet Messaging Server version 5.2.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2006-3159?
Exploitation of CVE-2006-3159 can allow local users to read portions of restricted files, potentially leading to information disclosure.
Can CVE-2006-3159 be remotely exploited?
CVE-2006-3159 is not a remote vulnerability; it requires local access to the affected system to execute the symlink attack.
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