CVE-2017-5198: High severity SolarWinds Log and Event Manager vulnerability
SolarWinds LEM (aka SIEM) before 6.3.1 has an incorrect sudo configuration, which allows local users to obtain root access by editing /usr/local/contego/scripts/hostname.sh.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
SolarWinds LEM (SIEM)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.3.1 - Configuration
Update the sudo configuration so local users cannot obtain root access by editing /usr/local/contego/scripts/hostname.sh (affected versions: before 6.3.1).
SolarWinds LEM (SIEM) sudo configuration /usr/local/contego/scripts/hostname.sh sudo permissions = Correct sudo configuration to prevent local users from modifying hostname.sh to gain root access
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5198?
CVE-2017-5198 has a critical severity rating due to the potential for local users to gain root access.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5198?
To fix CVE-2017-5198, upgrade SolarWinds LEM to version 6.3.1 or later to correct the incorrect sudo configuration.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-5198?
CVE-2017-5198 affects all versions of SolarWinds Log and Event Manager prior to version 6.3.1.
What is the vulnerability type of CVE-2017-5198?
CVE-2017-5198 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability due to misconfiguration of system permissions.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2017-5198?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2017-5198 to edit scripts and potentially gain unauthorized root access on the affected system.