Vulnerability Description
The calendar program in bsdmainutils 6.0 through 6.0.14 does not drop root privileges when executed with the -a flag, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a calendar event file.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Bsdmainutils | 6.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=109396230317359&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11077ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17162
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=109396230317359&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11077ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17162
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-0793?
CVE-2004-0793 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The calendar program in bsdmainutils 6.0 through 6.0.14 does not drop root privileges when executed with the -a flag, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a calendar event file.
How severe is CVE-2004-0793?
CVE-2004-0793 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2004-0793?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Debian Bsdmainutils.