Password Handling Flaw in Ubuntu's passwd Utility
CVE-2006-3597

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Key Information:

Vendor: Ubuntu
Status: Ubuntu Linux
Vendor: CVE Published:; 18 July 2006

What is CVE-2006-3597?

A vulnerability exists in the passwd utility prior to version 1:4.0.13 on Ubuntu 6.06 LTS that compromises the root password management. When the administrator opts to 'Go Back' post-installation, instead of securing the root account, the software inadvertently sets the root password to blank. This oversight leaves the system vulnerable as the password is zeroed out in the installer’s memory, allowing unauthorized access.

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