CVE-2006-5199: Low severity adobe contribute vulnerability
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.
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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.