Vulnerability Description
ldm in Linux Terminal Server Project (LTSP) 0.99 and 2 passes the -ac option to the X server on each LTSP client, which allows remote attackers to connect to this server via TCP port 6006 (aka display :6).
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ltsp | Linux Terminal Server Project | 0.99 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=469462
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29959Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30099Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1561
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/03/11/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/03/12/3
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28960
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019940
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42080
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/610-1/
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=469462
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29959Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30099Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1561
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/03/11/2
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-1293?
CVE-2008-1293 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.8 (MEDIUM). ldm in Linux Terminal Server Project (LTSP) 0.99 and 2 passes the -ac option to the X server on each LTSP client, which allows remote attackers to connect to this server via TCP port 6006 (aka display...
How severe is CVE-2008-1293?
CVE-2008-1293 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-1293?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ltsp Linux Terminal Server Project.