CVE-2006-1587
UnknownEPSS 0.34%
Last modified
CVE-2006-1587 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. NetBSD 1.6 up to 3.0, when a user has "set record" in .mailrc with the default umask set, creates the record file with 0644 permissions, which allows local users to read the record file.. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
NetBSD 1.6 up to 3.0, when a user has "set record" in .mailrc with the default umask set, creates the record file with 0644 permissions, which allows local users to read the record file.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 1.6 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 1.6.1 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 1.6.2 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 2.0 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 2.0.1 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 2.0.2 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 2.0.3 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 2.1 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 3.0 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19465Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19465Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2006-1587?
NetBSD 1.6 up to 3.0, when a user has "set record" in .mailrc with the default umask set, creates the record file with 0644 permissions, which allows local users to read the record file.
How severe is CVE-2006-1587?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-1587 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1587?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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