Vulnerability Description
The Linux kernel 2.6.33.2 and earlier, when a ReiserFS filesystem exists, does not restrict read or write access to the .reiserfs_priv directory, which allows local users to gain privileges by modifying (1) extended attributes or (2) ACLs, as demonstrated by deleting a file under .reiserfs_priv/xattrs/.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 2.6.33.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://marc.info/?l=linux-kernel&m=127076012022155&w=2Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/63601Broken Link
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39316Broken Link
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/12130ExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/39344ExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=568041ExploitIssue TrackingPatch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/57782Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://marc.info/?l=linux-kernel&m=127076012022155&w=2Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/63601Broken Link
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39316Broken Link
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/12130ExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/39344ExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=568041ExploitIssue TrackingPatch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/57782Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-1146?
CVE-2010-1146 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). The Linux kernel 2.6.33.2 and earlier, when a ReiserFS filesystem exists, does not restrict read or write access to the .reiserfs_priv directory, which allows local users to gain privileges by modifyi...
How severe is CVE-2010-1146?
CVE-2010-1146 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2010-1146?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.