CVE-2007-5743: High severity viewvc ViewVC vulnerability

Published Nov 7, 2019
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Updated

viewvc 1.0.3 allows improper access control to files in a repository when using the "forbidden" configuration option.

Affected Software

5 affected components
debian/viewvc
viewvc ViewVC=1.0.3
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
Debian Debian Linux=9.0
Debian Debian Linux=10.0

Event History

Nov 7, 2019
CVE Published
10:15 PM
Nov 8, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:55 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:55 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-5743?

CVE-2007-5743 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to improper access control.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-5743?

To fix CVE-2007-5743, ensure that your configuration settings for access control are properly defined and up-to-date.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2007-5743?

CVE-2007-5743 affects ViewVC version 1.0.3 and various Debian Linux versions including 8.0, 9.0, and 10.0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-5743?

CVE-2007-5743 is an access control vulnerability that allows unauthorized access to files in a repository.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2007-5743?

A possible workaround for CVE-2007-5743 is to review and adjust the forbidden configuration option to restrict file access appropriately.

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