CVE-2017-16933
First published: Fri Nov 24 2017(Updated: )
etc/initsystem/prepare-dirs in Icinga 2.x through 2.8.1 has a chown call for a filename in a user-writable directory, which allows local users to gain privileges by leveraging access to the $ICINGA2_USER account for creation of a link.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Icinga Icinga | >=2.0.0<=2.8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2017-16933.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-16933?
The severity of CVE-2017-16933 is high.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2017-16933?
CVE-2017-16933 affects Icinga 2.x versions from 2.0.0 to 2.8.0.
How does CVE-2017-16933 allow local users to gain privileges?
CVE-2017-16933 allows local users to gain privileges by leveraging access to the $ICINGA2_USER account for creation of a link.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2017-16933?
Yes, users should update to Icinga 2.x version 2.8.1 or later to fix the vulnerability.
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