Vulnerability Description
projectserver/logon/pdsrequest.asp in Microsoft Project Server 2003 allows remote authenticated users to obtain the MSProjectUser password for a SQL database via a GetInitializationData request, which includes the information in the UserName and Password tags of the response.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Project Server | 2003 |
References
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2006-December/051316.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23391
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/2047
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017388
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/454497/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21611
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/5038
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/30905
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2006-December/051316.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23391
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/2047
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017388
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/454497/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21611
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/5038
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-6617?
CVE-2006-6617 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). projectserver/logon/pdsrequest.asp in Microsoft Project Server 2003 allows remote authenticated users to obtain the MSProjectUser password for a SQL database via a GetInitializationData request, which...
How severe is CVE-2006-6617?
CVE-2006-6617 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-6617?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Project Server.