Vulnerability Description
X.Org server (xorg-server) 1.0.0 and later, X11R6.9.0, and X11R7.0 inadvertently treats the address of the geteuid function as if it is the return value of a call to geteuid, which allows local users to bypass intended restrictions and (1) execute arbitrary code via the -modulepath command line option or (2) overwrite arbitrary files via -logfile.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| X.Org | X11R6 | 6.9 |
| X.Org | X11R7 | 1.0 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 2006 |
| Redhat | Fedora Core | core_5.0 |
| Sun | Solaris | 10.0 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 10.0 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19256
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19307
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19311
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19316
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19676
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/606
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015793
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-102252-1
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2006-078.htm
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:056
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2006_16_xorgx11server.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/24000
- http://www.osvdb.org/24001
- http://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-announce-list/2006-March/msg00026.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/428183/100/0/threaded
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-0745?
CVE-2006-0745 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). X.Org server (xorg-server) 1.0.0 and later, X11R6.9.0, and X11R7.0 inadvertently treats the address of the geteuid function as if it is the return value of a call to geteuid, which allows local users ...
How severe is CVE-2006-0745?
CVE-2006-0745 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-0745?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: X.Org X11R6, X.Org X11R7, Mandrakesoft Mandrake Linux, Redhat Fedora Core, Sun Solaris.