CVE-2013-1863
First published: Tue Mar 19 2013(Updated: )
Samba 4.x before 4.0.4, when configured as an Active Directory domain controller, uses world-writable permissions on non-default CIFS shares, which allows remote authenticated users to read, modify, create, or delete arbitrary files via standard filesystem operations.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Samba | =4.0.0 | |
| Samba | =4.0.1 | |
| Samba | =4.0.2 | |
| Samba | =4.0.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-1863?
CVE-2013-1863 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized file access.
How do I fix CVE-2013-1863?
To fix CVE-2013-1863, update Samba to version 4.0.4 or later to ensure proper permissions on CIFS shares.
What versions of Samba are affected by CVE-2013-1863?
CVE-2013-1863 affects Samba versions 4.0.0 to 4.0.3.
What type of access does CVE-2013-1863 allow?
CVE-2013-1863 allows remote authenticated users to read, modify, create, or delete arbitrary files.
Is CVE-2013-1863 related to Active Directory configurations?
Yes, CVE-2013-1863 is specifically related to Samba configured as an Active Directory domain controller.
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