CVE-2006-6698: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2006-6698: The GConf daemon (gconfd) in GConf 2.14.0 creates temporary files under directories with names based on the...

The GConf daemon (gconfd) in GConf 2.14.0 creates temporary files under directories with names based on the username, even when GCONF_GLOBAL_LOCKS is not set, which allows local users to cause a denial of service by creating the directories ahead of time, which prevents other users from using Gnome.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 20:34 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This is an old local denial-of-service issue in GConf 2.14.0. A local user could interfere with temporary directory creation in a way that prevents other users from using GNOME. It affects availability, not data theft or remote compromise based on the provided sources. Exposure is most plausible on legacy Linux desktop or shared GNOME environments that still run GConf 2.14.0. Modern systems that no longer use this GConf/GNOME stack are unlikely to be affected, but the bundle does not provide a complete affected-products matrix. Treat this as a legacy availability risk. It is not presented as remotely exploitable, but it can disrupt shared GNOME desktops. Prioritize if affected systems support business operations or untrusted local users. Mitigation focus: Identify systems running GConf 2.14.0 or GNOME stacks dependent on gconfd.; Check vendor advisories and bug trackers for fixed packages or supported workarounds.; Prioritize patching or retirement of affected legacy desktop images..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 08:30 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 22, 2006, 18:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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