CVE-2019-17365
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.43%
Last modified
CVE-2019-17365 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Nix through 2.3 allows local users to gain access to an arbitrary user's account because the parent directory of the user-profile directories is world writable.. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Nix through 2.3 allows local users to gain access to an arbitrary user's account because the parent directory of the user-profile directories is world writable.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nixos | Nix | <= 2.3 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/10/09/4Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/10/10/1Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/10/17/3Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/10/09/4Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/10/10/1Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/10/17/3Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-17365?
Nix through 2.3 allows local users to gain access to an arbitrary user's account because the parent directory of the user-profile directories is world writable.
How severe is CVE-2019-17365?
CVE-2019-17365 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-17365?
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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