CVE-2007-0473
First published: Sat Feb 03 2007(Updated: )
The writeFile function in core/smb4kfileio.cpp in Smb4K before 0.8.0 does not preserve /etc/sudoers permissions across modifications, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information (/etc/sudoers contents) by reading this file.
Credit: security@ubuntu.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Smb4K | =0.4 | |
| Smb4K | =0.5 | |
| Smb4K | =0.6 | |
| Smb4K | =0.7 |
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Reference Links
- https://lists.berlios.de/pipermail/smb4k-announce/2006-December/000037.html
- http://developer.berlios.de/bugs/?func=detailbug&bug_id=9630&group_id=769
- http://developer.berlios.de/project/shownotes.php?release_id=11706
- http://developer.berlios.de/project/shownotes.php?release_id=11902
- http://developer.berlios.de/project/shownotes.php?release_id=9777
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23937
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200703-09.xml
- http://lists.suse.com/archive/suse-security-announce/2007-Jan/0015.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/22299
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23984
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24111
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24469
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2007:042
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0393
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-0473?
CVE-2007-0473 has a medium severity level due to its potential for local users to gain access to sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0473?
To fix CVE-2007-0473, you should upgrade Smb4K to version 0.8.0 or later, which includes the necessary permission fixes.
Which versions of Smb4K are affected by CVE-2007-0473?
CVE-2007-0473 affects Smb4K versions 0.4 to 0.7.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-0473?
CVE-2007-0473 is a local file permissions vulnerability that may expose sensitive system files.
Can CVE-2007-0473 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2007-0473 can only be exploited by local users who have access to the system.
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