CVE-2016-10729: Command Injection
An issue was discovered in Amanda 3.3.1. A user with backup privileges can trivially compromise a client installation. The "runtar" setuid root binary does not check for additional arguments supplied after --create, allowing users to manipulate commands and perform command injection as root.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-10729?
CVE-2016-10729 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for command injection as root.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10729?
To fix CVE-2016-10729, upgrade the Amanda package to a version that includes the vulnerability patch.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-10729?
Users of Amanda version 3.3.1 with backup privileges are affected by CVE-2016-10729.
What types of attacks can CVE-2016-10729 enable?
CVE-2016-10729 can enable command injection attacks allowing unauthorized access to system privileges.
Is CVE-2016-10729 specific to certain operating systems?
Yes, CVE-2016-10729 affects multiple versions of Amanda on systems such as Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Debian.