CVE-2021-44038
First published: Fri Nov 19 2021(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Quagga through 1.2.4. Unsafe chown/chmod operations in the suggested spec file allow users (with control of the non-root-owned directory /etc/quagga) to escalate their privileges to root upon package installation or update.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Quagga Quagga | <=1.2.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
CVE-2021-44038
What is the severity of CVE-2021-44038?
The severity of CVE-2021-44038 is high with a severity value of 7.8.
How does CVE-2021-44038 impact Quagga?
CVE-2021-44038 allows users (with control of the non-root-owned directory /etc/quagga) to escalate their privileges to root upon package installation or update.
Which versions of Quagga are affected by CVE-2021-44038?
Quagga versions up to and including 1.2.4 are affected by CVE-2021-44038.
Are there any known fixes or patches available for CVE-2021-44038?
Yes, fixes for CVE-2021-44038 are available. Please refer to the references for more information.
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