CVE-2017-1000368
UnknownEPSS 0.57%
Last modified
CVE-2017-1000368 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Todd Miller's sudo version 1.8.20p1 and earlier is vulnerable to an input validation (embedded newlines) in the get_process_ttyname() function resulting in information disclosure and command execution.. EPSS estimates a 0.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Todd Miller's sudo version 1.8.20p1 and earlier is vulnerable to an input validation (embedded newlines) in the get_process_ttyname() function resulting in information disclosure and command execution.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sudo Project | Sudo | <= 1.8.20 | — |
| Sudo Project | Sudo | 1.8.20 | P1 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98838Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:1574Third Party Advisory
- https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10205Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201710-04Third Party Advisory
- https://www.sudo.ws/alerts/linux_tty.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98838Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:1574Third Party Advisory
- https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10205Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201710-04Third Party Advisory
- https://www.sudo.ws/alerts/linux_tty.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-1000368?
Todd Miller's sudo version 1.8.20p1 and earlier is vulnerable to an input validation (embedded newlines) in the get_process_ttyname() function resulting in information disclosure and command execution.
How severe is CVE-2017-1000368?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-1000368 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-1000368?
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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