Vulnerability Description
runuser in util-linux allows local users to escape to the parent session via a crafted TIOCSTI ioctl call, which pushes characters to the terminal's input buffer.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kernel | Util-Linux | 2.24.2-1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/02/27/1Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/02/27/2Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=815922Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/02/27/1Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/02/27/2Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=815922Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-2779?
CVE-2016-2779 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). runuser in util-linux allows local users to escape to the parent session via a crafted TIOCSTI ioctl call, which pushes characters to the terminal's input buffer.
How severe is CVE-2016-2779?
CVE-2016-2779 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-2779?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Kernel Util-Linux.