CVE-2006-5382
First published: Wed Oct 25 2006(Updated: )
3Com Switch SS3 4400 switches, firmware 5.11, 6.00 and 6.10 and earlier, allow remote attackers to read the SNMP Read-Write Community string and conduct unauthorized actions via unspecified "normally restricted management packets on the device" that cause the community string to be returned.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| 3com Superstack 3 Switch | =firmware_5.11 | |
| 3com Superstack 3 Switch | <=firmware_6.10 | |
| 3com Superstack 3 Switch | =firmware_6.00 | |
| <=firmware_6.10 | ||
| =firmware_5.11 | ||
| =firmware_6.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-5382?
CVE-2006-5382 is considered to have a medium severity level due to the potential for unauthorized access to sensitive configurations.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5382?
To fix CVE-2006-5382, users should upgrade the firmware of 3Com Superstack 3 Switch 4400 to a version later than 6.10.
What systems are affected by CVE-2006-5382?
CVE-2006-5382 affects 3Com Superstack 3 Switch 4400 with firmware versions 5.11, 6.00, and 6.10 or earlier.
What type of attack does CVE-2006-5382 allow?
CVE-2006-5382 allows remote attackers to read sensitive SNMP Read-Write Community strings and perform unauthorized actions.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2006-5382?
While a complete fix is to upgrade the firmware, temporarily securing SNMP settings and restricting access may serve as a partial workaround.
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