CVE-2015-6240
UnknownEPSS 0.44%
Last modified
CVE-2015-6240 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The chroot, jail, and zone connection plugins in ansible before 1.9.2 allow local users to escape a restricted environment via a symlink attack.. EPSS estimates a 0.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The chroot, jail, and zone connection plugins in ansible before 1.9.2 allow local users to escape a restricted environment via a symlink attack.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Ansible | <= 1.9.1 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/08/17/10Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1243468Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/08/17/10Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1243468Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-6240?
The chroot, jail, and zone connection plugins in ansible before 1.9.2 allow local users to escape a restricted environment via a symlink attack.
How severe is CVE-2015-6240?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-6240 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6240?
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-2015-6240?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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