SB2018121311 - OpenSUSE Linux update for pam



SB2018121311 - OpenSUSE Linux update for pam

Published: December 13, 2018 Updated: December 13, 2018

Security Bulletin ID SB2018121311
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Denial of service

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Denial of service (CVE-ID: CVE-2018-17953)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to cause DoS condition on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to an incorrect variable in a SUSE specific patch for pam_access rule matching. A remote unauthenticated attacker can lead to pam_access rules not being applied (fail open).


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.