CVE-2007-2617: Low severity Sun Solaris vulnerability

Published May 11, 2007
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Updated

srsexec in Sun Remote Services (SRS) Net Connect Software Proxy Core package in Sun Solaris 10 does not enforce file permissions when opening files, which allows local users to read the first line of arbitrary files via the -d and -v options.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Sun Solaris=10.0
Sun Net Connect Software=3.2.3
Sun Net Connect Software=3.2.4

Event History

May 11, 2007
CVE Published
04:19 PM
Data Sourced
04:19 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-2617?

CVE-2007-2617 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on local user access to sensitive file data.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-2617?

To mitigate CVE-2007-2617, ensure that you upgrade to the latest patched version of the Sun Remote Services Net Connect Software.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2007-2617?

CVE-2007-2617 affects users of Sun Remote Services Net Connect Software versions 3.2.3 and 3.2.4 running on Solaris 10.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-2617?

CVE-2007-2617 is a local file permission vulnerability that allows unauthorized access to read the first line of arbitrary files.

5

Can CVE-2007-2617 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2007-2617 cannot be exploited remotely; it requires local access to the affected system to execute the exploit.

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