CVE-2017-7480
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.34%
Last modified
CVE-2017-7480 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. rkhunter versions before 1.4.4 are vulnerable to file download over insecure channel when doing mirror update resulting into potential remote code execution.. EPSS estimates a 2.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
rkhunter versions before 1.4.4 are vulnerable to file download over insecure channel when doing mirror update resulting into potential remote code execution.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Rootkit Hunter Project | Rootkit Hunter | <= 1.4.2 |
References
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2017/q2/643Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201805-11Third Party Advisory
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2017/q2/643Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201805-11Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-7480?
rkhunter versions before 1.4.4 are vulnerable to file download over insecure channel when doing mirror update resulting into potential remote code execution.
How severe is CVE-2017-7480?
CVE-2017-7480 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7480?
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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