CVE-2016-10009
HIGHCVSS 7.3/10EPSS 37.43%
Last modified
CVE-2016-10009 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Untrusted search path vulnerability in ssh-agent.c in ssh-agent in OpenSSH before 7.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary local PKCS#11 modules by leveraging control over a forwarded agent-socket.. EPSS estimates a 37.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Untrusted search path vulnerability in ssh-agent.c in ssh-agent in OpenSSH before 7.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary local PKCS#11 modules by leveraging control over a forwarded agent-socket.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openbsd | Openssh | <= 7.3 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/12/19/2Mailing List, Release Notes
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/12/19/2Mailing List, Release Notes
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-10009?
Untrusted search path vulnerability in ssh-agent.c in ssh-agent in OpenSSH before 7.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary local PKCS#11 modules by leveraging control over a forwarded agent-socket.
How severe is CVE-2016-10009?
CVE-2016-10009 has a CVSS score of 7.3/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 37.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10009?
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-2016-10009?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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