https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2020/q2/169
Published Jun 4, 2020
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Affected Software
1 affected component
Linux-PAM Linux-PAM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2020-8597?
The severity of CVE-2020-8597 is considered to be medium.
2
How do I fix CVE-2020-8597?
To fix CVE-2020-8597, you should update the Linux-PAM package to the latest version that addresses the vulnerability.
3
What is the impact of CVE-2020-8597?
The impact of CVE-2020-8597 could allow a local attacker to bypass quota restrictions.
4
Is CVE-2020-8597 present in all versions of Linux-PAM?
CVE-2020-8597 affects specific versions of Linux-PAM that include the pam_setquota.so module.
5
What systems are affected by CVE-2020-8597?
CVE-2020-8597 affects systems using the Linux-PAM framework with the pam_setquota module.