CVE-2008-5110
First published: Mon Nov 17 2008(Updated: )
syslog-ng does not call chdir when it calls chroot, which might allow attackers to escape the intended jail. NOTE: this is only a vulnerability when a separate vulnerability is present. This flaw affects syslog-ng versions prior to and including 2.0.9.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| OneIdentity Syslog-ng | <=2.0.9 |
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Reference Links
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=505791
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/11/17/3
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35748
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200907-10.xml
- http://secunia.com/advisories/40551
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/1796
- http://itrc.hp.com/service/cki/docDisplay.do?docId=emr_na-c02286083
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-5110?
CVE-2008-5110 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability that allows potential jail escape for attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5110?
To fix CVE-2008-5110, upgrade syslog-ng to a version later than 2.0.9.
Which versions of syslog-ng are affected by CVE-2008-5110?
CVE-2008-5110 affects syslog-ng versions up to and including 2.0.9.
Is CVE-2008-5110 exploitable on its own?
CVE-2008-5110 requires the presence of another vulnerability to be exploitable.
How does CVE-2008-5110 pose a risk in a chroot environment?
CVE-2008-5110 allows attackers to escape the chroot jail due to the absence of chdir in the chroot call.
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