Vulnerability Description
Multiple unquoted Windows search path vulnerabilities in Apache Friends XAMPP 1.5.2 might allow local users to gain privileges via a malicious program file in %SYSTEMDRIVE%, which is run when XAMPP attempts to execute (1) FileZillaServer.exe, (2) mysqld-nt.exe, (3) Perl.exe, or (4) xamppcontrol.exe with an unquoted "Program Files" pathname.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apachefriends | Xampp | 1.5.2 |
References
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2006-May/046218.html
- http://secdev.zoller.lu/research/xamp1.htm
- http://www.apachefriends.org/en/news-article%2C75557.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/434699/30/4860/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26581
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2006-May/046218.html
- http://secdev.zoller.lu/research/xamp1.htm
- http://www.apachefriends.org/en/news-article%2C75557.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/434699/30/4860/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26581
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-4994?
CVE-2006-4994 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Multiple unquoted Windows search path vulnerabilities in Apache Friends XAMPP 1.5.2 might allow local users to gain privileges via a malicious program file in %SYSTEMDRIVE%, which is run when XAMPP at...
How severe is CVE-2006-4994?
CVE-2006-4994 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-2006-4994?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apachefriends Xampp.