Slackware Linux update for util-linux
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2024-28085 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-20 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available. |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Slackware Linux Operating systems & Components / Operating system util-linux Operating systems & Components / Operating system package or component |
| Vendor | Slackware |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Input validation error
EUVDB-ID: #VU87906
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-28085
CWE-ID:
CWE-20 - Improper input validation
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of user-supplied arguments along with setgid tty permissions within the wall command. A local user can execute arbitrary commands with escalated privileges on the system.
Update the affected package util-linux.
Vulnerable software versionsSlackware Linux: 15.0
util-linux: before 2.37.4
External linkshttp://www.slackware.com/security/viewer.php?l=slackware-security&y=2024&m=slackware-security.356318
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.
