Vulnerability Description
The Remote Installation Service (RIS) in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4 uses a TFTP server that allows anonymous access, which allows remote attackers to upload and overwrite arbitrary files to gain privileges on systems that use RIS.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 2000 | All versions |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23312
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017368
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/238064US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/454969/100/200/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21495
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-346A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4970
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2006/ms06-07
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23312
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017368
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/238064US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/454969/100/200/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21495
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-346A.htmlUS Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-5584?
CVE-2006-5584 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The Remote Installation Service (RIS) in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4 uses a TFTP server that allows anonymous access, which allows remote attackers to upload and overwrite arbitrary files to gain privi...
How severe is CVE-2006-5584?
CVE-2006-5584 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-5584?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 2000.