CVE-2007-5544: High severity IBM Lotus Domino vulnerability
IBM Lotus Notes before 6.5.6, and 7.x before 7.0.3; and Domino before 6.5.5 FP3, and 7.x before 7.0.2 FP1; uses weak permissions (Everyone:Full Control) for memory mapped files (shared memory) in IPC, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information, or inject Lotus Script or other character sequences into a session.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-5544?
CVE-2007-5544 has a moderate severity level due to its potential for local users to access sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5544?
To fix CVE-2007-5544, upgrade to IBM Lotus Notes version 6.5.6 or later, or version 7.0.3 or later, and ensure proper permission settings are applied.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2007-5544?
CVE-2007-5544 affects various versions of IBM Lotus Notes and Domino prior to the specified fixed versions.
What types of attacks can CVE-2007-5544 facilitate?
CVE-2007-5544 can facilitate local attacks allowing unauthorized users to read sensitive data or inject malicious code.
Is CVE-2007-5544 a remote or local vulnerability?
CVE-2007-5544 is a local vulnerability that requires physical or authenticated access to the affected system.