CVE-2015-8467
HighSummary
The samldb_check_user_account_control_acl function in Samba 4.x before 4.1.22, 4.2.x before 4.2.7, and 4.3.x before 4.3.3 does not properly check for administrative privileges during the creation of machine accounts. This allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions.
Risk Assessment
Organizations may be exposed to unauthorized access to resources, potentially leading to serious security breaches. Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow attackers to gain unauthorized privileges in an environment with mixed Samba and Windows domain controllers.
Recommendation
It is recommended to upgrade to the latest version of Samba to mitigate this vulnerability. Additionally, conduct an audit of user permissions and monitor access to machine accounts.
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Original NVD description (English source)
The samldb_check_user_account_control_acl function in dsdb/samdb/ldb_modules/samldb.c in Samba 4.x before 4.1.22, 4.2.x before 4.2.7, and 4.3.x before 4.3.3 does not properly check for administrative privileges during creation of machine accounts, which allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions by leveraging the existence of a domain with both a Samba DC and a Windows DC, a similar issue to CVE-2015-2535.