CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2009-0022: Input Validation

First published: Mon Jan 05 2009(Updated: )

Samba 3.2.0 through 3.2.6, when registry shares are enabled, allows remote authenticated users to access the root filesystem via a crafted connection request that specifies a blank share name.

Credit: secalert@redhat.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Samba=3.2.0
Samba=3.2.1
Samba=3.2.2
Samba=3.2.3
Samba=3.2.4
Samba=3.2.5
Samba=3.2.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2009-0022?

    CVE-2009-0022 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to potential unauthorized access to the root filesystem.

  • How do I fix CVE-2009-0022?

    To fix CVE-2009-0022, upgrade to Samba version 3.2.7 or later, which resolves the issue.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2009-0022?

    CVE-2009-0022 affects users of Samba versions 3.2.0 through 3.2.6 that have registry shares enabled.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-0022?

    CVE-2009-0022 is a security vulnerability that allows remote authenticated users to access unauthorized files.

  • What is the exploit method for CVE-2009-0022?

    The exploit method for CVE-2009-0022 involves sending a crafted connection request with a blank share name.

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