Vulnerability Description
Multiple buffer overflows in htpasswd, as used in Acme thttpd 2.25b, and possibly other products such as Apache, might allow local users to gain privileges via (1) a long command line argument and (2) a long line in a file. NOTE: since htpasswd is normally installed as a non-setuid program, and the exploit is through command line options, perhaps this issue should not be included in CVE. However, if there are some typical or recommended configurations that use htpasswd with sudo privileges, or common products that access htpasswd remotely, then perhaps it should be included.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Acme Labs | Thttpd | 2.25b |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2004-09/0547.html
- http://issues.apache.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=31975
- http://issues.apache.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=41279
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2007-January/051562.html
- http://marc.info/?l=thttpd&m=114153031201867&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=thttpd&m=114154083000296&w=2
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/175949/m-privacy-TightGate-Pro-Code-Executi
- http://seclists.org/bugtraq/2004/Oct/0359.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2023/Nov/13
- http://www.security-express.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2004-10/1117.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/426823/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16972
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/25216
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/31236
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2004-09/0547.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-1078?
CVE-2006-1078 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.4 (HIGH). Multiple buffer overflows in htpasswd, as used in Acme thttpd 2.25b, and possibly other products such as Apache, might allow local users to gain privileges via (1) a long command line argument and (2)...
How severe is CVE-2006-1078?
CVE-2006-1078 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-1078?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Acme Labs Thttpd.