CVE-2018-0493
UnknownEPSS 2.55%
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CVE-2018-0493 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. remctld in remctl before 3.14, when an attacker is authorized to execute a command that uses the sudo option, has a use-after-free that leads to a daemon crash, memory corruption, or arbitrary command execution.. EPSS estimates a 2.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
remctld in remctl before 3.14, when an attacker is authorized to execute a command that uses the sudo option, has a use-after-free that leads to a daemon crash, memory corruption, or arbitrary command execution.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Eyrie | Remctl | < 3.14 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
References
- https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4159Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4159Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-0493?
remctld in remctl before 3.14, when an attacker is authorized to execute a command that uses the sudo option, has a use-after-free that leads to a daemon crash, memory corruption, or arbitrary command execution.
How severe is CVE-2018-0493?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-0493 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-0493?
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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