RHSA-2019:3209: Important: sudo security update
The sudo packages contain the sudo utility which allows system administrators to provide certain users with the permission to execute privileged commands, which are used for system management purposes, without having to log in as root.Security Fix(es): sudo: Privilege escalation via 'Runas' specification with 'ALL' keyword (CVE-2019-14287) For more details about the security issue(s), including the impact, a CVSS score, acknowledgments, and other related information, refer to the CVE page(s) listed in the References section.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2019:3209?
The severity of RHSA-2019:3209 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2019:3209?
To fix RHSA-2019:3209, update the sudo package to version 1.8.19p2-12.el7_4.1 or higher.
What systems are affected by RHSA-2019:3209?
RHSA-2019:3209 affects the sudo utility across various architectures including x86_64 and ppc64le.
Are there any known exploits for RHSA-2019:3209?
Yes, there are known exploits that target the privilege escalation vulnerability in RHSA-2019:3209.
What is the main vulnerability addressed in RHSA-2019:3209?
The main vulnerability in RHSA-2019:3209 is a privilege escalation issue that affects the sudo command.