CVE-2017-16933
UnknownEPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2017-16933 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. etc/initsystem/prepare-dirs in Icinga 2.x through 2.8.1 has a chown call for a filename in a user-writable directory, which allows local users to gain privileges by leveraging access to the $ICINGA2_USER account for creation of a link.. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
etc/initsystem/prepare-dirs in Icinga 2.x through 2.8.1 has a chown call for a filename in a user-writable directory, which allows local users to gain privileges by leveraging access to the $ICINGA2_USER account for creation of a link.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Icinga | Icinga | >= 2.0.0, <= 2.8.0 |
References
- https://github.com/Icinga/icinga2/issues/5793Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Icinga/icinga2/issues/5793Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-16933?
etc/initsystem/prepare-dirs in Icinga 2.x through 2.8.1 has a chown call for a filename in a user-writable directory, which allows local users to gain privileges by leveraging access to the $ICINGA2_USER account for creation of a link.
How severe is CVE-2017-16933?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-16933 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16933?
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-2017-16933?
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