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CVE-2016-2779

7.8 · HIGH

runuser in util-linux allows local users to escape to the parent session via a crafted TIOCSTI ioctl call, which pushes characters to the terminal's input buffer.

Published Feb 7, 2017CWE-264EPSS 0.39%

Overview

CVE-2016-2779 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 7, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

runuser in util-linux allows local users to escape to the parent session via a crafted TIOCSTI ioctl call, which pushes characters to the terminal's input buffer.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

Refwww.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/02/27/1Refwww.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/02/27/2Refbugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=815922Refwww.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/02/27/1Refwww.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/02/27/2Refbugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=815922

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-2779?

CVE-2016-2779 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 7, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2016-2779?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2016-2779?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2016-2779?

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