CVE-2006-5091: High severity HPE HP-UX vulnerability

Published Sep 29, 2006
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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

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.

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