Vulnerability Description
Munin before 2.0.6 stores plugin state files that run as root in the same group-writable directory as non-root plugins, which allows local users to execute arbitrary code by replacing a state file, as demonstrated using the smart_ plugin.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Munin-Monitoring | Munin | <= 2.0.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=684075Exploit
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2012-September/086375.
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2012-September/088239.
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2012-September/088260.
- http://www.munin-monitoring.org/ticket/1234ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/08/21/1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/55698
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1622-1
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=684075Exploit
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2012-September/086375.
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2012-September/088239.
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2012-September/088260.
- http://www.munin-monitoring.org/ticket/1234ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/08/21/1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/55698
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-3512?
CVE-2012-3512 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Munin before 2.0.6 stores plugin state files that run as root in the same group-writable directory as non-root plugins, which allows local users to execute arbitrary code by replacing a state file, as...
How severe is CVE-2012-3512?
CVE-2012-3512 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-3512?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Munin-Monitoring Munin.