CVE-2005-4418: High severity vserver util-vserver vulnerability

Published Dec 31, 2005
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Updated

util-vserver before 0.30.208-1 with kernel-patch-vserver before 1.9.5.5 and 2.x before 2.3 for Debian GNU/Linux sets a default policy that trusts unknown capabilities, which could allow local users to conduct unauthorized activities.

Affected Software

2 affected components
vserver util-vserver=0
vserver util-vserver=0.30.209

Event History

Dec 31, 2005
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Mar 22, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2005-4418?

CVE-2005-4418 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to conduct unauthorized activities.

2

How do I fix CVE-2005-4418?

To fix CVE-2005-4418, update to util-vserver version 0.30.209 or later and apply the relevant kernel patch.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2005-4418?

CVE-2005-4418 affects util-vserver versions prior to 0.30.208-1 and kernel-patch-vserver versions before 1.9.5.5 and 2.x before 2.3 on Debian GNU/Linux.

4

Can CVE-2005-4418 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2005-4418 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local user access to the system.

5

What kind of unauthorized activities can CVE-2005-4418 allow?

CVE-2005-4418 can allow local users to execute unauthorized commands or access restricted resources on the system.

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