7.2
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2006-5091

First published: Fri 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.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
HPE HP-UX=11.11
HPE HP-UX=11.23

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2006-5091?

    CVE-2006-5091 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Can CVE-2006-5091 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2006-5091 is a local vulnerability, meaning it requires local user access to exploit.

  • 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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