CVE-2014-0243
UnknownEPSS 0.59%
Last modified
CVE-2014-0243 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Check_MK through 1.2.5i2p1 allows local users to read arbitrary files via a symlink attack to a file in /var/lib/check_mk_agent/job.. EPSS estimates a 0.59% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Check_MK through 1.2.5i2p1 allows local users to read arbitrary files via a symlink attack to a file in /var/lib/check_mk_agent/job.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Check Mk Project | Check Mk | <= 1.2.5 | — |
| Check Mk Project | Check Mk | 1.2.5 | I2p1 |
References
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2014-June/134160.htmlExploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2014-June/134166.htmlExploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/126857/Check_MK-Arbitrary-File-Disclosure.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2014/May/145Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/05/28/1Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67674Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1101669Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://secuniaresearch.flexerasoftware.com/advisories/58536Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/532224/100/0/threadedExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2014-June/134160.htmlExploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2014-June/134166.htmlExploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/126857/Check_MK-Arbitrary-File-Disclosure.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2014/May/145Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/05/28/1Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67674Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1101669Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://secuniaresearch.flexerasoftware.com/advisories/58536Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/532224/100/0/threadedExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-0243?
Check_MK through 1.2.5i2p1 allows local users to read arbitrary files via a symlink attack to a file in /var/lib/check_mk_agent/job.
How severe is CVE-2014-0243?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-0243 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.59% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-0243?
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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