CVE-2006-4082
First published: Fri Aug 11 2006(Updated: )
Barracuda Spam Firewall (BSF), possibly 3.3.03.053, contains a hardcoded password for the admin account for logins from 127.0.0.1 (localhost), which allows local users to gain privileges.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Barracuda Spam Firewall | =3.3.03.053 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/199348
- http://www.osvdb.org/29780
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21258
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2006-08/0110.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19276
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/1363
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/28235
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/442249/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-4082?
CVE-2006-4082 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the presence of a hardcoded password allowing local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4082?
To fix CVE-2006-4082, it is recommended to update to a newer version of Barracuda Spam Firewall that does not contain the hardcoded password.
Which version of Barracuda Spam Firewall is affected by CVE-2006-4082?
CVE-2006-4082 affects Barracuda Spam Firewall version 3.3.03.053.
Can CVE-2006-4082 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2006-4082 can only be exploited locally since the hardcoded password is accessible only to users on the localhost.
What are the implications of CVE-2006-4082 for system security?
CVE-2006-4082 allows unauthorized local users to gain elevated privileges, which can compromise the entire system's security.
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