CVE-2008-3970
UnknownEPSS 0.32%
Last modified
CVE-2008-3970 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. pam_mount 0.10 through 0.45, when luserconf is enabled, does not verify mountpoint and source ownership before mounting a user-defined volume, which allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions via a local mount.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
pam_mount 0.10 through 0.45, when luserconf is enabled, does not verify mountpoint and source ownership before mounting a user-defined volume, which allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions via a local mount.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.10 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.11 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.12.2 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.13 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.15 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.16 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.17 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.18 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.19 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.20 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.21 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.26 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.27 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.28 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.29 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.31 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.32 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.35 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.35.1 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.37 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.38 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.39 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.40 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.41 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.43 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.44 |
| Pam Mount | Pam Mount | 0.45 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-3970?
pam_mount 0.10 through 0.45, when luserconf is enabled, does not verify mountpoint and source ownership before mounting a user-defined volume, which allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions via a local mount.
How severe is CVE-2008-3970?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-3970 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3970?
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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