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CVE-2009-2410

UnknownEPSS 1.98%

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CVE-2009-2410 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The local_handler_callback function in server/responder/pam/pam_LOCAL_domain.c in sssd 0.4.1 does not properly handle blank-password accounts in the SSSD BE database, which allows context-dependent attackers to obtain access by sending the account's username, in conjunction with an arbitrary password, over an ssh connection.. EPSS estimates a 1.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The local_handler_callback function in server/responder/pam/pam_LOCAL_domain.c in sssd 0.4.1 does not properly handle blank-password accounts in the SSSD BE database, which allows context-dependent attackers to obtain access by sending the account's username, in conjunction with an arbitrary password, over an ssh connection.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.98%

78.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
FedorahostedSssd0.4.1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-2410?
The local_handler_callback function in server/responder/pam/pam_LOCAL_domain.c in sssd 0.4.1 does not properly handle blank-password accounts in the SSSD BE database, which allows context-dependent attackers to obtain access by sending the account's username, in conjunction with an arbitrary password, over an ssh connection.
How severe is CVE-2009-2410?
Severity scoring for CVE-2009-2410 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2410?
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Source: NVD / NIST