Vulnerability Description
PuTTY 0.59 and earlier uses weak file permissions for (1) ppk files containing private keys generated by puttygen and (2) session logs created by putty, which allows local users to gain sensitive information by reading these files.
CVSS Score
1.9
LOW
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Putty | Putty | <= 0.59 |
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=400804PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24381Vendor Advisory
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=400804PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24381Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-7162?
CVE-2006-7162 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 1.9 (LOW). PuTTY 0.59 and earlier uses weak file permissions for (1) ppk files containing private keys generated by puttygen and (2) session logs created by putty, which allows local users to gain sensitive info...
How severe is CVE-2006-7162?
CVE-2006-7162 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 1.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-7162?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Putty Putty.