CVE-2011-2490
UnknownEPSS 0.53%
Last modified
CVE-2011-2490 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. opielogin.c in opielogin in OPIE 2.4.1-test1 and earlier does not check the return value of the setuid system call, which allows local users to gain privileges by arranging for an account to already be running its maximum number of processes.. EPSS estimates a 0.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
opielogin.c in opielogin in OPIE 2.4.1-test1 and earlier does not check the return value of the setuid system call, which allows local users to gain privileges by arranging for an account to already be running its maximum number of processes.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nrl | Opie | <= 2.4.1 | Test1 |
| Nrl | Opie | 2.2 | — |
| Nrl | Opie | 2.3 | — |
| Nrl | Opie | 2.4 | — |
| Nrl | Opie | 2.10 | — |
| Nrl | Opie | 2.11 | — |
| Nrl | Opie | 2.21 | — |
| Nrl | Opie | 2.22 | — |
| Nrl | Opie | 2.32 | — |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39966Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/45136Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/06/22/6Exploit, Patch
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/06/23/5Exploit, Patch
- https://bugzilla.novell.com/show_bug.cgi?id=698772Exploit, Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39966Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/45136Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/06/22/6Exploit, Patch
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/06/23/5Exploit, Patch
- https://bugzilla.novell.com/show_bug.cgi?id=698772Exploit, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-2490?
opielogin.c in opielogin in OPIE 2.4.1-test1 and earlier does not check the return value of the setuid system call, which allows local users to gain privileges by arranging for an account to already be running its maximum number of processes.
How severe is CVE-2011-2490?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-2490 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-2490?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2011-2490?
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