CVE-2016-6253
UnknownEPSS 3.53%
Last modified
CVE-2016-6253 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. mail.local in NetBSD versions 6.0 through 6.0.6, 6.1 through 6.1.5, and 7.0 allows local users to change ownership of or append data to arbitrary files on the target system via a symlink attack on the user mailbox.. EPSS estimates a 3.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
mail.local in NetBSD versions 6.0 through 6.0.6, 6.1 through 6.1.5, and 7.0 allows local users to change ownership of or append data to arbitrary files on the target system via a symlink attack on the user mailbox.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 6.0 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 6.0.1 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 6.0.2 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 6.0.3 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 6.0.4 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 6.0.5 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 6.0.6 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 6.1 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 6.1.1 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 6.1.2 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 6.1.3 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 6.1.4 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 6.1.5 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 7.0 |
References
- http://akat1.pl/?id=2Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/138021/NetBSD-mail.local-8-Local-Root.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.rapid7.com/db/modules/exploit/unix/local/netbsd_mail_localExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92101Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036429Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40141/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40385/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://akat1.pl/?id=2Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/138021/NetBSD-mail.local-8-Local-Root.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.rapid7.com/db/modules/exploit/unix/local/netbsd_mail_localExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92101Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036429Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40141/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40385/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-6253?
mail.local in NetBSD versions 6.0 through 6.0.6, 6.1 through 6.1.5, and 7.0 allows local users to change ownership of or append data to arbitrary files on the target system via a symlink attack on the user mailbox.
How severe is CVE-2016-6253?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-6253 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6253?
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-2016-6253?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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