Vulnerability Description
Nagios Core through 4.3.4 initially executes /usr/sbin/nagios as root but supports configuration options in which this file is owned by a non-root account (and similarly can have nagios.cfg owned by a non-root account), which allows local users to gain privileges by leveraging access to this non-root account.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nagios | Nagios Core | <= 4.3.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100881
- https://github.com/NagiosEnterprises/nagioscore/issues/424Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201812-03
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100881
- https://github.com/NagiosEnterprises/nagioscore/issues/424Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201812-03
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-14312?
CVE-2017-14312 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Nagios Core through 4.3.4 initially executes /usr/sbin/nagios as root but supports configuration options in which this file is owned by a non-root account (and similarly can have nagios.cfg owned by a...
How severe is CVE-2017-14312?
CVE-2017-14312 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-2017-14312?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nagios Nagios Core.