Vulnerability Description
The DHCPv6 client (dhcp6c) as used in the dhcpv6 project through 2011-07-25 allows remote DHCP servers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a hostname obtained from a DHCP message.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Dhcp6C | <= 2011-07-25 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2011-2717Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2011-2717Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://vigilance.fr/vulnerability/dhcp6c-shell-command-injection-10869Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/07/26/9Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2011-2717Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2011-2717Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://vigilance.fr/vulnerability/dhcp6c-shell-command-injection-10869Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/07/26/9Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-2717?
CVE-2011-2717 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The DHCPv6 client (dhcp6c) as used in the dhcpv6 project through 2011-07-25 allows remote DHCP servers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a hostname obtained from a DHCP message...
How severe is CVE-2011-2717?
CVE-2011-2717 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-2717?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Dhcp6C, Redhat Enterprise Linux.