10475 : distcc IP-based Access Control Rules Security Bypass
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Disclosure

Oct 04, 2004

Discovery

Jul 08, 2004

Dates

Exploit

Unknown

Solution

Unknown

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Description

distcc contains a flaw that may allow a malicious user to gain access to unauthorized privileges. The issue is triggered when an attempt to bypass IP access control on a 64 bit platform occurs. This flaw may lead to a loss of Confidentiality.

Classification

Location: Remote/Network Access Required
Attack Type: Authentication Management
Impact: Loss of Confidentiality
Exploit: Exploit Unknown
Disclosure: OSVDB Verified

Solution

Upgrade to version 2.16 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.

Products

Martin Pool
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distcc
Watch-list
2.x

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Credit

  • Martin Pool - mbpBrand New Doo Doosourcefrog.net -

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