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CVE-2015-8325

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.63%

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CVE-2015-8325 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The do_setup_env function in session.c in sshd in OpenSSH through 7.2p2, when the UseLogin feature is enabled and PAM is configured to read .pam_environment files in user home directories, allows local users to gain privileges by triggering a crafted environment for the /bin/login program, as demonstrated by an LD_PRELOAD environment variable.. EPSS estimates a 0.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The do_setup_env function in session.c in sshd in OpenSSH through 7.2p2, when the UseLogin feature is enabled and PAM is configured to read .pam_environment files in user home directories, allows local users to gain privileges by triggering a crafted environment for the /bin/login program, as demonstrated by an LD_PRELOAD environment variable.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability
0.63%

45.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
DebianDebian Linux7.0—
DebianDebian Linux8.0—
OpenbsdOpenssh<= 7.2P2
CanonicalUbuntu Core15.04—
CanonicalUbuntu Linux12.04—
CanonicalUbuntu Linux14.04—
CanonicalUbuntu Linux15.10—
CanonicalUbuntu Touch15.04—

References

Timeline

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Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-8325?
The do_setup_env function in session.c in sshd in OpenSSH through 7.2p2, when the UseLogin feature is enabled and PAM is configured to read .pam_environment files in user home directories, allows local users to gain privileges by triggering a crafted environment for the /bin/login program, as demonstrated by an LD_PRELOAD environment variable.
How severe is CVE-2015-8325?
CVE-2015-8325 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8325?
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