Vulnerability Description
The libdspam7-drv-mysql cron job in Debian GNU/Linux includes the MySQL dspam database password in a command line argument, which might allow local users to read the password by listing the process and its arguments.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Debian Linux | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=448519
- http://osvdb.org/44138
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29059
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1501
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27938
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=448519
- http://osvdb.org/44138
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29059
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1501
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27938
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-6418?
CVE-2007-6418 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The libdspam7-drv-mysql cron job in Debian GNU/Linux includes the MySQL dspam database password in a command line argument, which might allow local users to read the password by listing the process an...
How severe is CVE-2007-6418?
CVE-2007-6418 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-6418?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Debian Debian Linux.