CVE-2019-9166
First published: Thu Mar 28 2019(Updated: )
Privilege escalation in Nagios XI before 5.5.11 allows local attackers to elevate privileges to root via write access to config.inc.php and import_xiconfig.php.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Nagios | <5.5.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-9166?
CVE-2019-9166 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2019-9166?
To mitigate CVE-2019-9166, upgrade Nagios XI to version 5.5.11 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2019-9166?
CVE-2019-9166 affects Nagios XI versions prior to 5.5.11.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-9166?
CVE-2019-9166 is a privilege escalation vulnerability.
Who can exploit CVE-2019-9166?
Local attackers with access to the Nagios XI installation can exploit CVE-2019-9166 to elevate their privileges.
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