Vulnerability Description
The (1) backup and restore scripts, (2) main initialization script, and (3) ldap-agent script in 389 Directory Server 1.2.x (aka Red Hat Directory Server 8.2.x) place a zero-length directory name in the LD_LIBRARY_PATH, which allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse shared library in the current working directory.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fedoraproject | 389 Directory Server | 1.2.1 |
| Redhat | Directory Server | 8.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2011-0293.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/46489
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025102
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=672468
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/65637
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2011-0293.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/46489
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025102
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=672468
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/65637
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-0532?
CVE-2011-0532 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.2 (MEDIUM). The (1) backup and restore scripts, (2) main initialization script, and (3) ldap-agent script in 389 Directory Server 1.2.x (aka Red Hat Directory Server 8.2.x) place a zero-length directory name in t...
How severe is CVE-2011-0532?
CVE-2011-0532 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-0532?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Fedoraproject 389 Directory Server, Redhat Directory Server.