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If through a vulnerability assessment, a network security issue is detected for the vulnerability below, applying the appropriate security patches in a timely matter is very important. If you have detected that your system has already been compromised, following CERT's Network Security recovery document will assist with recommended steps for system recovery. Home >> Browse Vulnerability Assessment Database >> Mandrake Local Security Checks >> MDKSA-2003:044: samba Vulnerability Assessment Details
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MDKSA-2003:044: samba |
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Check for the version of the samba package Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment The remote host is missing the patch for the advisory MDKSA-2003:044 (samba). An exploitable buffer overflow was discovered in the Samba server that can lead to an anonymous remote root compromise. The Samba Team also discovered some potential overflows during an internal code audit which was done in response to the previously noted buffer overflow problem. All versions of Samba prior to 2.2.8a are vulnerable. The provided updates contain a patch from the Samba Team to correct the issue. An exploit is known to exist and all Mandrake Linux users are encouraged to upgrade immediately. Solution : http://wwwnew.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2003:044 Network Security Threat Level: High Networks Security ID: 7295 Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: This script is Copyright (C) 2004 Tenable Network Security |
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