Vulnerability Description
The rm_rf_children function in util.c in the systemd-logind login manager in systemd before 44, when logging out, allows local users to delete arbitrary files via a symlink attack on unspecified files, related to "particular records related with user session."
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Systemd | 43 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://cgit.freedesktop.org/systemd/systemd/commit/?id=5ebff5337594d690b322078c5ExploitPatch
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2012-April/079075.html
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2012:030
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/03/16/21
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=803358
- http://cgit.freedesktop.org/systemd/systemd/commit/?id=5ebff5337594d690b322078c5ExploitPatch
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2012-April/079075.html
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2012:030
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/03/16/21
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=803358
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-1174?
CVE-2012-1174 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.3 (LOW). The rm_rf_children function in util.c in the systemd-logind login manager in systemd before 44, when logging out, allows local users to delete arbitrary files via a symlink attack on unspecified files...
How severe is CVE-2012-1174?
CVE-2012-1174 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-1174?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Systemd.