CVE-2017-1000372: Critical severity openbsd vulnerability
Published Jun 19, 2017
·Updated
A flaw exists in OpenBSD's implementation of the stack guard page that allows attackers to bypass it resulting in arbitrary code execution using setuid binaries such as /usr/bin/at. This affects OpenBSD 6.1 and possibly earlier versions.
Affected Software
1 affected component
OpenBSD OpenBSD<=6.1
Event History
Jun 19, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-1000372?
CVE-2017-1000372 is considered critical due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-1000372?
To mitigate CVE-2017-1000372, users should upgrade to OpenBSD version 6.2 or later.
3
Which versions of OpenBSD are affected by CVE-2017-1000372?
CVE-2017-1000372 affects OpenBSD version 6.1 and potentially earlier versions.
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What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2017-1000372?
Exploitation of CVE-2017-1000372 can lead to unauthorized arbitrary code execution with elevated privileges.
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What components are involved in CVE-2017-1000372?
CVE-2017-1000372 specifically involves the stack guard page implementation in OpenBSD when using setuid binaries.