CVE-2006-6614
First published: Mon Dec 18 2006(Updated: )
The save_log_local function in Fully Automatic Installation (FAI) 2.10.1, and possibly 3.1.2, when verbose mode is enabled, stores the root password hash in /var/log/fai/current/fai.log, whose file permissions allow it to be copied to other hosts when fai-savelog is called and allows attackers to obtain the hash.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| thomas lange Fully automated Installation | =2.1 | |
| thomas lange Fully automated Installation | =3.1.2 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-6614?
CVE-2006-6614 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the exposure of sensitive password information.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6614?
To fix CVE-2006-6614, it is recommended to modify the logging configuration to disable verbose mode or secure the permissions on the log files.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2006-6614?
CVE-2006-6614 affects Fully Automated Installation versions 2.10.1 and possibly 3.1.2 as well as Debian Linux 3.1.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2006-6614?
CVE-2006-6614 can be exploited by an attacker who gains access to the log files that contain the root password hash.
Is CVE-2006-6614 a common vulnerability?
CVE-2006-6614 is a recognized vulnerability primarily associated with older versions of Fully Automated Installation and Debian Linux.
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