CVE-2016-10730
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CVE-2016-10730 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in Amanda 3.3.1. A user with backup privileges can trivially compromise a client installation. EPSS estimates a 0.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Amanda 3.3.1. A user with backup privileges can trivially compromise a client installation. Amstar is an Amanda Application API script. It should not be run by users directly. It uses star to backup and restore data. It runs binaries with root permissions when parsing the command line argument --star-path.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Zmanda | Amanda | 3.3.1 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 7.0 |
References
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39244/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39244/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-10730?
An issue was discovered in Amanda 3.3.1. A user with backup privileges can trivially compromise a client installation. Amstar is an Amanda Application API script. It should not be run by users directly. It uses star to backup and restore data. It runs binaries with root permissions when parsing the command line argument --star-path.
How severe is CVE-2016-10730?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-10730 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10730?
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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