CVE-2022-31251: slurm: %post for slurm-testsuite operates as root in user owned directory

Published Sep 7, 2022
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Updated

A Incorrect Default Permissions vulnerability in the packaging of the slurm testsuite of openSUSE Factory allows local attackers with control over the slurm user to escalate to root. This issue affects: openSUSE Factory slurm versions prior to 22.05.2-3.3.

Affected Software

1 affected component
openSUSE Factory<22.05.2-3.3

Event History

Sep 7, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:55 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:55 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-31251?

CVE-2022-31251 is an Incorrect Default Permissions vulnerability in the packaging of the slurm testsuite of openSUSE Factory.

2

How does CVE-2022-31251 impact openSUSE Factory?

CVE-2022-31251 allows local attackers with control over the slurm user to escalate to root in openSUSE Factory.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-31251?

The severity of CVE-2022-31251 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.3.

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-31251?

To fix CVE-2022-31251, upgrade to slurm version 22.05.2-3.3 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-31251?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-31251 at this link: https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1201674

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