CVE-2015-5186
UnknownEPSS 2.76%
Last modified
CVE-2015-5186 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Audit before 2.4.4 in Linux does not sanitize escape characters in filenames.. EPSS estimates a 2.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Audit before 2.4.4 in Linux does not sanitize escape characters in filenames.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux Audit Project | Linux Audit | <= 2.4.3 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/08/13/9Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76840Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1251621Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://people.redhat.com/sgrubb/audit/ChangeLogRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/08/13/9Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76840Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1251621Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://people.redhat.com/sgrubb/audit/ChangeLogRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-5186?
Audit before 2.4.4 in Linux does not sanitize escape characters in filenames.
How severe is CVE-2015-5186?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-5186 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-5186?
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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