Title: IBM Lotus Notes Installation Default Permission Weakness
Info
Disclosure
Oct 18, 2006
Discovery
Jul 22, 2005
Dates
Exploit
Unknown
Solution
Unknown
Description
Lotus Notes contains a flaw that may allow a malicious user to manipulate application's files. The issue is triggered due to default permissions that grant "Everyone" group "Full Control" on the 'notes' directory and all child objects. It is possible that the flaw may allow arbitrary files manipulation resulting in a loss of integrity.
Classification
Location:
Local Access Required
Attack Type:
Authentication Management,
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Integrity
Exploit:
Exploit Unknown
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
OSVDB:
Concern
Solution
Upgrade to version 7.0.2 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.