CVE-2017-20148
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.90%
Last modified
CVE-2017-20148 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In the ebuild package through logcheck-1.3.23.ebuild for Logcheck on Gentoo, it is possible to achieve root privilege escalation from the logcheck user because of insecure recursive chown calls.. EPSS estimates a 0.90% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the ebuild package through logcheck-1.3.23.ebuild for Logcheck on Gentoo, it is possible to achieve root privilege escalation from the logcheck user because of insecure recursive chown calls.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Logcheck | <= 1.3.23 |
References
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/630752Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202209-10Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/630752Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202209-10Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-20148?
In the ebuild package through logcheck-1.3.23.ebuild for Logcheck on Gentoo, it is possible to achieve root privilege escalation from the logcheck user because of insecure recursive chown calls.
How severe is CVE-2017-20148?
CVE-2017-20148 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.90% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-20148?
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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