Vulnerability Description
The jail rc.d script in FreeBSD 5.3 up to 6.2 does not verify pathnames when writing to /var/log/console.log during a jail start-up, or when file systems are mounted or unmounted, which allows local root users to overwrite arbitrary files, or mount/unmount files, outside of the jail via a symlink attack.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | <= 6.2 |
References
- http://osvdb.org/32726
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23730
- http://security.freebsd.org/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-07:01.jail.ascExploitVendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017505
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/22011
- http://osvdb.org/32726
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23730
- http://security.freebsd.org/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-07:01.jail.ascExploitVendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017505
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/22011
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-0166?
CVE-2007-0166 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.6 (MEDIUM). The jail rc.d script in FreeBSD 5.3 up to 6.2 does not verify pathnames when writing to /var/log/console.log during a jail start-up, or when file systems are mounted or unmounted, which allows local r...
How severe is CVE-2007-0166?
CVE-2007-0166 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-0166?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freebsd Freebsd.