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CVE-2011-1676

UnknownEPSS 0.49%

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CVE-2011-1676 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. mount in util-linux 2.19 and earlier does not remove the /etc/mtab.tmp file after a failed attempt to add a mount entry, which allows local users to trigger corruption of the /etc/mtab file via multiple invocations.. EPSS estimates a 0.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

mount in util-linux 2.19 and earlier does not remove the /etc/mtab.tmp file after a failed attempt to add a mount entry, which allows local users to trigger corruption of the /etc/mtab file via multiple invocations.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.49%

38.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LinuxUtil-Linux<= 2.19
LinuxUtil-Linux2.2
LinuxUtil-Linux2.5
LinuxUtil-Linux2.7
LinuxUtil-Linux2.8
LinuxUtil-Linux2.9
LinuxUtil-Linux2.10
LinuxUtil-Linux2.11
LinuxUtil-Linux2.12
LinuxUtil-Linux2.13
LinuxUtil-Linux2.14
LinuxUtil-Linux2.15
LinuxUtil-Linux2.16
LinuxUtil-Linux2.17
LinuxUtil-Linux2.18

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2011-1676?
mount in util-linux 2.19 and earlier does not remove the /etc/mtab.tmp file after a failed attempt to add a mount entry, which allows local users to trigger corruption of the /etc/mtab file via multiple invocations.
How severe is CVE-2011-1676?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-1676 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1676?
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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Source: NVD / NIST