Linux Kernel 'scm_check_creds()' Function CVE-2013-1958 Local Security Bypass Vulnerability
BID:59553
Info
Linux Kernel 'scm_check_creds()' Function CVE-2013-1958 Local Security Bypass Vulnerability
| Bugtraq ID: | 59553 |
| Class: | Design Error |
| CVE: |
CVE-2013-1958 |
| Remote: | No |
| Local: | Yes |
| Published: | Apr 16 2013 12:00AM |
| Updated: | Apr 16 2013 12:00AM |
| Credit: | Andy Lutomirski |
| Vulnerable: |
Linux kernel 3.8.5 Linux kernel 3.8.4 Linux kernel 3.8.2 Linux kernel 3.8.1 Linux kernel 3.8 |
| Not Vulnerable: |
Linux kernel 3.8.6 |
Discussion
Linux Kernel 'scm_check_creds()' Function CVE-2013-1958 Local Security Bypass Vulnerability
The Linux kernel is prone to a security-bypass vulnerability.
Attackers can exploit this issue to bypass certain security restrictions and perform unauthorized actions.
Versions prior to Linux kernel 3.8.6 are vulnerable.
The Linux kernel is prone to a security-bypass vulnerability.
Attackers can exploit this issue to bypass certain security restrictions and perform unauthorized actions.
Versions prior to Linux kernel 3.8.6 are vulnerable.
Exploit / POC
Linux Kernel 'scm_check_creds()' Function CVE-2013-1958 Local Security Bypass Vulnerability
Currently, we are not aware of any working exploits. If you feel we are in error or if you are aware of more recent information, please mail us at: [email protected].
Currently, we are not aware of any working exploits. If you feel we are in error or if you are aware of more recent information, please mail us at: [email protected].
Solution / Fix
Linux Kernel 'scm_check_creds()' Function CVE-2013-1958 Local Security Bypass Vulnerability
Solution:
Updates are available. Please see the references or vendor advisory for more information.
Solution:
Updates are available. Please see the references or vendor advisory for more information.