CVE-2006-1844

Name: CVE-2006-1844
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2006-04-19T16:06:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.33%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2006-1844 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Debian installer for the (1) shadow 4.0.14 and (2) base-config 2.53.10 packages includes sensitive information in world-readable log files, including preseeded passwords and pppoeconf passwords, which might allow local users to gain privileges.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Debian installer for the (1) shadow 4.0.14 and (2) base-config 2.53.10 packages includes sensitive information in world-readable log files, including preseeded passwords and pppoeconf passwords, which might allow local users to gain privileges.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.33%

25.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Debian	Base-Config	2.53.10
Debian	Shadow	4.0.14

References

http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=356939Patch
http://secunia.com/advisories/19170Vendor Advisory
http://www.osvdb.org/23922Patch
http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=356939Patch
http://secunia.com/advisories/19170Vendor Advisory
http://www.osvdb.org/23922Patch

Timeline

Published: Apr 19, 2006
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-1844?

How severe is CVE-2006-1844?

Severity scoring for CVE-2006-1844 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2006-1844?

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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Source: NVD / NIST