CVE-2006-5290: Command Injection

Published Oct 13, 2006
·
Updated

The ESS/ Network Controller and MicroServer Web Server components of Xerox WorkCentre and WorkCentre Pro 232, 238, 245, 255, 265 and 275 allow remote attackers to bypass authentication and execute arbitrary code via "WebUI command injection on TCP/IP hostname."

Affected Software

12 affected components
Xerox Workcentre 255
Xerox Workcentre 245
Xerox Workcentre 238
Xerox Workcentre 232
Xerox Workcentre 232
Xerox Workcentre 265
Xerox Workcentre 245
Xerox Workcentre 238
Xerox Workcentre 275
Xerox Workcentre 255
Xerox Workcentre 275
Xerox Workcentre 265

Event History

Oct 13, 2006
CVE Published
08:07 PM
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:07 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Oct 14, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-5290?

CVE-2006-5290 is considered to have a critical severity level due to its ability to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-5290?

To fix CVE-2006-5290, you should apply the latest firmware updates provided by Xerox for the affected WorkCentre models.

3

Which Xerox products are affected by CVE-2006-5290?

CVE-2006-5290 affects several models including Xerox WorkCentre 232, 238, 245, 255, 265, and 275.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2006-5290 enable?

CVE-2006-5290 enables attackers to bypass authentication and execute arbitrary code remotely.

5

Is CVE-2006-5290 a network vulnerability?

Yes, CVE-2006-5290 is a network vulnerability that exploits weaknesses in the web server components of affected Xerox devices.

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