Vulnerability Description
The change_process_uid function in os-posix.c in Qemu 0.14.0 and earlier does not properly drop group privileges when the -runas option is used, which allows local guest users to access restricted files on the host.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Qemu | Qemu | <= 0.14.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2012-June/081972.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2012-02/msg00009.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2011-1531.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/45187Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/45188Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/45419Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47157Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47992Vendor Advisory
- http://ubuntu.com/usn/usn-1177-1
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/07/12/15
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/07/12/5
- http://www.osvdb.org/74752
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/48659
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/qemu/+bug/807893
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/68539
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-2527?
CVE-2011-2527 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The change_process_uid function in os-posix.c in Qemu 0.14.0 and earlier does not properly drop group privileges when the -runas option is used, which allows local guest users to access restricted fil...
How severe is CVE-2011-2527?
CVE-2011-2527 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-2527?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Qemu Qemu.