Vulnerability Description
The good_client function in nfs-utils 1.0.9, and possibly other versions before 1.1.3, invokes the hosts_ctl function with the wrong order of arguments, which causes TCP Wrappers to ignore netgroups and allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nfs | Nfs-Utils | <= 1.1.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.vmware.com/pipermail/security-announce/2010/000082.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32346Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32481Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33006Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/36538
- http://secunia.com/advisories/38794Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/38833Vendor Advisory
- http://wiki.rpath.com/Advisories:rPSA-2008-0307
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2009:060
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/07/19/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/07/19/5
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2009-1321.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/497935/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31823Patch
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-687-1
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4552?
CVE-2008-4552 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The good_client function in nfs-utils 1.0.9, and possibly other versions before 1.1.3, invokes the hosts_ctl function with the wrong order of arguments, which causes TCP Wrappers to ignore netgroups a...
How severe is CVE-2008-4552?
CVE-2008-4552 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-4552?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nfs Nfs-Utils.