CVE-2016-6252
UnknownEPSS 0.41%
Last modified
CVE-2016-6252 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Integer overflow in shadow 4.2.1 allows local users to gain privileges via crafted input to newuidmap.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Integer overflow in shadow 4.2.1 allows local users to gain privileges via crafted input to newuidmap.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Shadow Project | Shadow | 4.2.1 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/19/6Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/19/7Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/20/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/25/7Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92055Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=979282Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://github.com/shadow-maint/shadow/issues/27Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/19/6Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/19/7Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/20/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/25/7Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92055Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=979282Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://github.com/shadow-maint/shadow/issues/27Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-6252?
Integer overflow in shadow 4.2.1 allows local users to gain privileges via crafted input to newuidmap.
How severe is CVE-2016-6252?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-6252 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6252?
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-2016-6252?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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