Vulnerability Description
pam_wheel in Linux-PAM 0.78, with the trust option enabled and the use_uid option disabled, allows local users to spoof log entries and gain privileges by causing getlogin() to return a spoofed user name.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Morgan | Linux Pam | <= 0.77 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=105577915506761&w=2
- http://www.idefense.com/advisory/06.16.03.txtExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-304.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=105577915506761&w=2
- http://www.idefense.com/advisory/06.16.03.txtExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-304.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-0388?
CVE-2003-0388 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). pam_wheel in Linux-PAM 0.78, with the trust option enabled and the use_uid option disabled, allows local users to spoof log entries and gain privileges by causing getlogin() to return a spoofed user n...
How severe is CVE-2003-0388?
CVE-2003-0388 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2003-0388?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Andrew Morgan Linux Pam.