CVE-2004-1161
UnknownEPSS 7.33%
Last modified
CVE-2004-1161 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. rssh 2.2.2 and earlier does not properly restrict programs that can be run, which could allow remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions and execute arbitrary programs via (1) rdist -P, (2) rsync, or (3) scp -S.. EPSS estimates a 7.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
rssh 2.2.2 and earlier does not properly restrict programs that can be run, which could allow remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions and execute arbitrary programs via (1) rdist -P, (2) rsync, or (3) scp -S.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Rssh | Rssh | 2.0 |
| Rssh | Rssh | 2.1 |
| Rssh | Rssh | 2.2 |
| Rssh | Rssh | 2.2.1 |
| Rssh | Rssh | 2.2.2 |
| Gentoo | Linux | All versions |
References
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200412-01.xmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11792Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200412-01.xmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11792Exploit, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2004-1161?
rssh 2.2.2 and earlier does not properly restrict programs that can be run, which could allow remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions and execute arbitrary programs via (1) rdist -P, (2) rsync, or (3) scp -S.
How severe is CVE-2004-1161?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-1161 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 7.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1161?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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