Vulnerability Description
ActiveState ActivePerl 5.8.8.817 for Windows configures the site/lib directory with "Users" group permissions for changing files, which allows local users to gain privileges by creating a malicious sitecustomize.pl file in that directory. NOTE: The provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Activestate | Activeperl | 5.8.8.817 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20328Vendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/25974
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18269
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2140
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26915
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20328Vendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/25974
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18269
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2140
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26915
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-2856?
CVE-2006-2856 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). ActiveState ActivePerl 5.8.8.817 for Windows configures the site/lib directory with "Users" group permissions for changing files, which allows local users to gain privileges by creating a malicious si...
How severe is CVE-2006-2856?
CVE-2006-2856 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-2006-2856?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Activestate Activeperl.