Vulnerability Description
bsnmpd, as used in FreeBSD 9.3, 10.1, and 10.2, uses world-readable permissions on the snmpd.config file, which allows local users to obtain the secret key for USM authentication by reading the file.
CVSS Score
5.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 9.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034678
- https://pierrekim.github.io/blog/2016-01-15-cve-2015-5677-freebsd-bsnmpd.htmlExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://www.freebsd.org/security/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-16:06.bsnmpd.ascPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034678
- https://pierrekim.github.io/blog/2016-01-15-cve-2015-5677-freebsd-bsnmpd.htmlExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://www.freebsd.org/security/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-16:06.bsnmpd.ascPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-5677?
CVE-2015-5677 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). bsnmpd, as used in FreeBSD 9.3, 10.1, and 10.2, uses world-readable permissions on the snmpd.config file, which allows local users to obtain the secret key for USM authentication by reading the file.
How severe is CVE-2015-5677?
CVE-2015-5677 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-5677?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freebsd Freebsd.