Vulnerability Description
The Squid package in Red Hat Linux 5.2 and 6.0, and other distributions, installs cachemgr.cgi in a public web directory, which allows remote attackers to use it as an intermediary to connect to other systems.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Linux | 5.2 |
References
- http://fedoranews.org/updates/FEDORA--.shtml
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-576
- http://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-announce-list/2005-May/msg00025.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-1999-025.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-489.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/archives/rh52-errata-general.html#squid
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2059
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/2385
- http://fedoranews.org/updates/FEDORA--.shtml
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-576
- http://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-announce-list/2005-May/msg00025.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-1999-025.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-489.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/archives/rh52-errata-general.html#squid
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2059
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-0710?
CVE-1999-0710 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The Squid package in Red Hat Linux 5.2 and 6.0, and other distributions, installs cachemgr.cgi in a public web directory, which allows remote attackers to use it as an intermediary to connect to other...
How severe is CVE-1999-0710?
CVE-1999-0710 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-1999-0710?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Redhat Linux.