CVE-2016-6299
UnknownEPSS 1.73%
Last modified
CVE-2016-6299 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The scm plug-in in mock might allow attackers to bypass the intended chroot protection mechanism and gain root privileges via a crafted spec file.. EPSS estimates a 1.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The scm plug-in in mock might allow attackers to bypass the intended chroot protection mechanism and gain root privileges via a crafted spec file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 23 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 24 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 25 |
| Mock Project | Scm Plugin | All versions |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/09/13/2Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92948Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1375490Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/09/13/2Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92948Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1375490Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-6299?
The scm plug-in in mock might allow attackers to bypass the intended chroot protection mechanism and gain root privileges via a crafted spec file.
How severe is CVE-2016-6299?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-6299 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6299?
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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