Vulnerability Description
logwatch.pl in Logwatch 7.3.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a log file name, as demonstrated via a crafted username to a Samba server.
CVSS Score
10.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Logwatch | Logwatch | 7.3.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2011-March/055579.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2011-March/055585.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2011-March/055617.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2011-04/msg00000.html
- http://logwatch.svn.sourceforge.net/viewvc/logwatch/scripts/logwatch.pl?r1=3&r2=Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43356
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43495Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43622
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43644
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43734
- http://sourceforge.net/mailarchive/forum.php?thread_name=4D604843.7040303%40mblm
- http://sourceforge.net/tracker/?func=detail&aid=3184223&group_id=312875&atid=131Patch
- http://www.debian.org/security/2011/dsa-2182
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/02/24/13Patch
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/02/24/15Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-1018?
CVE-2011-1018 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). logwatch.pl in Logwatch 7.3.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a log file name, as demonstrated via a crafted username to a Samba server.
How severe is CVE-2011-1018?
CVE-2011-1018 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-1018?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Logwatch Logwatch.