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CVE-2015-3246

UnknownEPSS 6.85%

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CVE-2015-3246 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. libuser before 0.56.13-8 and 0.60 before 0.60-7, as used in the userhelper program in the usermode package, directly modifies /etc/passwd, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (inconsistent file state) by causing an error during the modification. NOTE: this issue can be combined with CVE-2015-3245 to gain privileges.. EPSS estimates a 6.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

libuser before 0.56.13-8 and 0.60 before 0.60-7, as used in the userhelper program in the usermode package, directly modifies /etc/passwd, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (inconsistent file state) by causing an error during the modification. NOTE: this issue can be combined with CVE-2015-3245 to gain privileges.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
6.85%

93.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
RedhatLibuser<= 0.56.13-5
RedhatLibuser0.60-1
RedhatLibuser0.60-2
RedhatLibuser0.60-3
RedhatLibuser0.60-4
RedhatLibuser0.60-5
RedhatLibuser0.60-6

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-3246?
libuser before 0.56.13-8 and 0.60 before 0.60-7, as used in the userhelper program in the usermode package, directly modifies /etc/passwd, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (inconsistent file state) by causing an error during the modification. NOTE: this issue can be combined with CVE-2015-3245 to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2015-3246?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-3246 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-3246?
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