CVE-2016-5662
First published: Fri Aug 26 2016(Updated: )
Accellion Kiteworks appliances before kw2016.03.00 use setuid-root permissions for /opt/bin/cli, which allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cret@cert.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Accellion Kiteworks | <=kw2016.03.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5662?
CVE-2016-5662 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5662?
To mitigate CVE-2016-5662, upgrade to Accellion Kiteworks appliance version kw2016.03.01 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-5662?
Local users of Accellion Kiteworks appliances prior to version kw2016.03.00 are affected by CVE-2016-5662.
What systems are vulnerable to CVE-2016-5662?
All Accellion Kiteworks appliances running versions up to and including kw2016.03.00 are vulnerable to CVE-2016-5662.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-5662?
CVE-2016-5662 is a privilege escalation vulnerability that allows local users to gain higher-level permissions.
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