CVE-2006-6434: High severity Xerox Workcentre 255 vulnerability

Published Dec 10, 2006
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Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in the Web User Interface in Xerox WorkCentre and WorkCentre Pro before 12.050.03.000, 13.x before 13.050.03.000, and 14.x before 14.050.03.000 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication controls via unknown vectors.

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

Dec 10, 2006
CVE Published
11:28 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:28 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-6434?

CVE-2006-6434 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to bypass authentication controls.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-6434?

The recommended fix for CVE-2006-6434 is to update to the latest firmware version for affected Xerox WorkCentre models.

3

What versions of Xerox WorkCentre are affected by CVE-2006-6434?

CVE-2006-6434 affects Xerox WorkCentre models prior to versions 12.050.03.000, 13.050.03.000, and 14.050.03.000.

4

Can CVE-2006-6434 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2006-6434 can be exploited by remote attackers, allowing them to bypass authentication without physical access.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2006-6434 if I cannot update?

While there are no specific workarounds available, it is advisable to restrict network access to the affected devices to mitigate risk until an update can be applied.

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