Vulnerability Description
Webmin before 1.296 and Usermin before 1.226 do not properly handle a URL with a null ("%00") character, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS), read CGI program source code, list directories, and possibly execute programs.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Usermin | Usermin | <= 1.220 |
| Webmin | Webmin | <= 1.2.90 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://jvn.jp/jp/JVN%2399776858/index.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21690PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22087
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22114
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22556
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016776
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016777
- http://webmin.com/security.htmlPatch
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1199
- http://www.lac.co.jp/business/sns/intelligence/SNSadvisory_e/89_e.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:170
- http://www.osvdb.org/28337
- http://www.osvdb.org/28338
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19820
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3424Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-4542?
CVE-2006-4542 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Webmin before 1.296 and Usermin before 1.226 do not properly handle a URL with a null ("%00") character, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS), read CGI program source co...
How severe is CVE-2006-4542?
CVE-2006-4542 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-4542?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Usermin Usermin, Webmin Webmin.