CVE-2006-5199
First published: Tue Oct 10 2006(Updated: )
Adobe Contribute Publishing Server leaks the administrator password in logs that are created during product installation, which allows local users to gain privileges to the server.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Contribute |
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Reference Links
- http://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb06-15.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20439
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017038
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22329
- http://www.osvdb.org/29672
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4001
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29441
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-5199?
CVE-2006-5199 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to potential privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5199?
To fix CVE-2006-5199, ensure that the server logs do not store sensitive information and regularly audit logs for sensitive data.
Who is affected by CVE-2006-5199?
Users of Adobe Contribute Publishing Server versions that log the administrator password during installation are affected by CVE-2006-5199.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2006-5199?
The risks include unauthorized access to the server by local users due to exposed administrator passwords in logs.
Is CVE-2006-5199 a remote or local vulnerability?
CVE-2006-5199 is a local vulnerability, allowing local users to exploit the log files for privilege escalation.
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