CVE-2006-7037
First published: Fri Feb 23 2007(Updated: )
Mathcad 12 through 13.1 allows local users to bypass the security features by directly accessing or editing the XML representation of the worksheet with a text editor or other program, which allows attackers to (1) bypass password protection by replacing the password field with a hash of a known password, (2) modify timestamps to avoid detection of modifications, (3) remove locks by removing the "is-locked" attribute, and (4) view locked data, which is stored in plaintext.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 9x | ||
| Microsoft Windows 9x | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows 98 | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =gold | |
| PTC Mathcad | =12 | |
| PTC Mathcad | =13 | |
| PTC Mathcad | =13.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/2305
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/27118
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/27117
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/27116
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/27115
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/436441/30/4560/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-7037?
CVE-2006-7037 is a moderate severity vulnerability that allows local users to bypass security features in Mathcad.
How do I fix CVE-2006-7037?
To fix CVE-2006-7037, ensure you update to a version of Mathcad that is not vulnerable, specifically versions after 13.1.
What software is affected by CVE-2006-7037?
CVE-2006-7037 affects Mathsoft Mathcad versions 12, 13, and 13.1.
What can attackers do with CVE-2006-7037?
Attackers can bypass password protection by editing the XML representation of a worksheet in Mathcad.
Is Mathcad 14 or later affected by CVE-2006-7037?
No, Mathcad 14 and later versions are not affected by CVE-2006-7037.
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