CVE-2016-6252: Integer Overflow
Published Jul 23, 2016
·Updated
Integer overflow in shadow 4.2.1 allows local users to gain privileges via crafted input to newuidmap.
Affected Software
2 affected componentsFixes available
debian/shadow
1:4.5-1.11:4.8.1-11:4.13+dfsg1-11:4.13+dfsg1-21:4.13+dfsg1-3
Shadow Project Shadow=4.2.1
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Jul 23, 2016
Data Sourced
08:51 AM
SeverityAffected Software
Feb 17, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6252?
CVE-2016-6252 is classified as a high severity vulnerability allowing local privilege escalation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-6252?
To fix CVE-2016-6252, upgrade the shadow package to version 1:4.5-1.1 or later.
3
Which versions of shadow are affected by CVE-2016-6252?
All versions of shadow prior to 1:4.5-1.1, including version 4.2.1, are affected by CVE-2016-6252.
4
Who can exploit CVE-2016-6252?
Local users can exploit CVE-2016-6252 to gain elevated privileges through crafted input.
5
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2016-6252?
CVE-2016-6252 involves an integer overflow in shadow that can be exploited to escalate privileges.