CVE-2006-4994: Medium severity apachefriends xampp vulnerability

Published Sep 26, 2006
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Updated

Multiple unquoted Windows search path vulnerabilities in Apache Friends XAMPP 1.5.2 might allow local users to gain privileges via a malicious program file in %SYSTEMDRIVE%, which is run when XAMPP attempts to execute (1) FileZillaServer.exe, (2) mysqld-nt.exe, (3) Perl.exe, or (4) xamppcontrol.exe with an unquoted "Program Files" pathname.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Apachefriends Xampp=1.5.2

Event History

Sep 26, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:43 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:43 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-4994?

CVE-2006-4994 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for local users to gain elevated privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-4994?

To fix CVE-2006-4994, ensure that XAMPP is updated to a later version that does not contain this vulnerability.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2006-4994?

CVE-2006-4994 specifically affects Apache Friends XAMPP version 1.5.2.

4

What are the implications of CVE-2006-4994?

The implications of CVE-2006-4994 include the risk of unauthorized privilege escalation for local users through malicious executable files.

5

Is CVE-2006-4994 exploitable remotely?

CVE-2006-4994 is not remotely exploitable as it requires local access to the affected system.

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