CVE-2006-5091: High severity HPE HP-UX vulnerability
Published Sep 29, 2006
·Updated
Unspecified vulnerability in HP-UX B.11.11 and B.11.23 CIFS Server (Samba) allows local users to gain privileges or obtain "unauthorized access" via unspecified vectors.
Affected Software
2 affected components
HPE HP-UX=11.11
HPE HP-UX=11.23
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Sep 29, 2006
CVE Published
08:07 PM
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:07 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Sep 30, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2006-5091?
CVE-2006-5091 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2006-5091?
To fix CVE-2006-5091, apply the latest patches provided by HP for HP-UX 11.11 and 11.23.
3
What are the affected systems for CVE-2006-5091?
CVE-2006-5091 affects HP-UX versions 11.11 and 11.23, specifically the CIFS Server based on Samba.
4
Can CVE-2006-5091 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2006-5091 is a local vulnerability, meaning it requires local user access to exploit.
5
What symptoms might indicate exploitation of CVE-2006-5091?
Symptoms of exploitation may include unexpected privilege escalation or unauthorized access to restricted resources on the affected HP-UX systems.