Vulnerability Description
systemd v233 and earlier fails to safely parse usernames starting with a numeric digit (e.g. "0day"), running the service in question with root privileges rather than the user intended.
CVSS Score
9.8
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Systemd Project | Systemd | >= 229, < 234 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/07/02/1Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99507Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038839Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/systemd/systemd/issues/6237Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/07/02/1Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99507Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038839Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/systemd/systemd/issues/6237Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-1000082?
CVE-2017-1000082 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). systemd v233 and earlier fails to safely parse usernames starting with a numeric digit (e.g. "0day"), running the service in question with root privileges rather than the user intended.
How severe is CVE-2017-1000082?
CVE-2017-1000082 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-1000082?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Systemd Project Systemd.