CVE-2006-6351

KhaledMuratList stores sensitive data under the web root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to download a database via a direct…

published December 7, 2006

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
83.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An attacker can grab sensitive database files straight from the server like a thief raiding a treasure chest left unguarded! Think of it like a library where rare books are left on display without any security — anyone can just walk in and take them without a second glance. That's exactly what's happening here with these database files! If an attacker knows where to look, they could download sensitive information from the database, potentially leading to identity theft, data breaches, or other malicious activities. This could be absolutely devastating for both the users whose data is exposed and the organization facing the fallout.

Put simply

Think of it like a library where rare books are left on display without any security — anyone can just walk in and take them without a second glance. That's exactly what's happening here with these database files! This vulnerability arises from KhaledMuratList storing sensitive data in publicly accessible directories without proper access controls, allowing remote attackers to access files like CL2F9R1A2C1N.mdb or Data2F9R1A2C1N.mdb directly.

What to do

If an attacker knows where to look, they could download sensitive information from the database, potentially leading to identity theft, data breaches, or other malicious activities. This could be absolutely devastating for both the users whose data is exposed and the organization facing the fallout. Implement strict access controls to ensure sensitive files are not stored under the web root. Review server configurations and move sensitive data to protected locations. Regularly audit file permissions to prevent unauthorized access. You've got this! By taking these steps, you can shield your sensitive data and secure your system like a pro! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02368 · 83.7th percentile
Published
2006-12-07T01:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 07 DEC 01:00Z
    KhaledMuratList stores sensitive data under the web root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to download a database via a direct…
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