Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the audit_log_user_command function in lib/audit_logging.c in Linux Audit before 1.7 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long command argument. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Audit | <= 1.6.9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-04/msg00011.html
- http://people.redhat.com/sgrubb/audit/ChangeLog
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29617Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29754
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29957
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31316
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200807-14.xml
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2008:083
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28524
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019824
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1052/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41576
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2008-April/msg00200.html
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/linux-audit/2008-March/msg00138.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-04/msg00011.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-1628?
CVE-2008-1628 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.1 (MEDIUM). Stack-based buffer overflow in the audit_log_user_command function in lib/audit_logging.c in Linux Audit before 1.7 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long command argument. ...
How severe is CVE-2008-1628?
CVE-2008-1628 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-1628?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Audit.