Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in smbfs in Linux 2.6.16 and earlier allows local users to escape chroot restrictions for an SMB-mounted filesystem via "..\\" sequences, a similar vulnerability to CVE-2006-1863.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 2.6.16 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19869
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20237
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20398
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20671
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20716
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20914
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21035
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21476
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21614
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21745
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22497
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22875
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23064
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2006-161.htm
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2006-254.htm
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-1864?
CVE-2006-1864 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Directory traversal vulnerability in smbfs in Linux 2.6.16 and earlier allows local users to escape chroot restrictions for an SMB-mounted filesystem via "..\\" sequences, a similar vulnerability to C...
How severe is CVE-2006-1864?
CVE-2006-1864 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-1864?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.