CVE-2016-10225
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 3.95%
Last modified
CVE-2016-10225 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The sunxi-debug driver in Allwinner 3.4 legacy kernel for H3, A83T and H8 devices allows local users to gain root privileges by sending "rootmydevice" to /proc/sunxi_debug/sunxi_debug.. EPSS estimates a 3.95% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The sunxi-debug driver in Allwinner 3.4 legacy kernel for H3, A83T and H8 devices allows local users to gain root privileges by sending "rootmydevice" to /proc/sunxi_debug/sunxi_debug.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Allwinner | Linux-3.4-Sunxi | All versions |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/05/16Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/02/15/9Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93442Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://forum.armbian.com/index.php?/topic/1108-security-alert-for-allwinner-sun8i-h3a83th8/Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://irclog.whitequark.org/linux-sunxi/2016-04-29#16314390Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.rapid7.com/db/modules/exploit/multi/local/allwinner_backdoorExploit, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/05/16Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/02/15/9Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93442Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://forum.armbian.com/index.php?/topic/1108-security-alert-for-allwinner-sun8i-h3a83th8/Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://irclog.whitequark.org/linux-sunxi/2016-04-29#16314390Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.rapid7.com/db/modules/exploit/multi/local/allwinner_backdoorExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-10225?
The sunxi-debug driver in Allwinner 3.4 legacy kernel for H3, A83T and H8 devices allows local users to gain root privileges by sending "rootmydevice" to /proc/sunxi_debug/sunxi_debug.
How severe is CVE-2016-10225?
CVE-2016-10225 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.95% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10225?
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-2016-10225?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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