CVE-2016-6811: Critical severity apache hadoop vulnerability
Published Apr 11, 2017
·Updated
In Apache Hadoop 2.x before 2.7.4, a user who can escalate to yarn user can possibly run arbitrary commands as root user.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Apache Hadoop>=2.2.0<=2.7.3
Event History
Apr 11, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6811?
CVE-2016-6811 has a high severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized command execution as the root user.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-6811?
To fix CVE-2016-6811, upgrade Apache Hadoop to version 2.7.4 or later.
3
What versions of Apache Hadoop are affected by CVE-2016-6811?
CVE-2016-6811 affects Apache Hadoop versions from 2.2.0 to 2.7.3.
4
Can a non-privileged user exploit CVE-2016-6811?
Yes, a user who can escalate to the YARN user can exploit CVE-2016-6811.
5
What impact does CVE-2016-6811 have on system security?
CVE-2016-6811 can lead to unauthorized command execution, compromising the security of the entire system.