Vulnerability Description
The virSecurityManagerSetProcessLabel function in libvirt 0.10.2.7, 1.0.5.5, and 1.1.1, when the domain has read an uid:gid label, does not properly set group memberships, which allows local users to gain privileges.
CVSS Score
6.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Libvirt | 0.10.2.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://libvirt.org/git/?p=libvirt.git%3Ba=commitdiff%3Bh=fe11d34a6d46d6641ce90dc
- http://libvirt.org/news.html
- http://wiki.libvirt.org/page/Maintenance_ReleasesPatch
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1006509Patch
- http://libvirt.org/git/?p=libvirt.git%3Ba=commitdiff%3Bh=fe11d34a6d46d6641ce90dc
- http://libvirt.org/news.html
- http://wiki.libvirt.org/page/Maintenance_ReleasesPatch
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1006509Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-4291?
CVE-2013-4291 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). The virSecurityManagerSetProcessLabel function in libvirt 0.10.2.7, 1.0.5.5, and 1.1.1, when the domain has read an uid:gid label, does not properly set group memberships, which allows local users to ...
How severe is CVE-2013-4291?
CVE-2013-4291 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-4291?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Redhat Libvirt.