Vulnerability Description
SolarWinds LEM (aka SIEM) before 6.3.1 has an incorrect sudo configuration, which allows local users to obtain root access by editing /usr/local/contego/scripts/hostname.sh.
CVSS Score
8.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Solarwinds | Log And Event Manager | < 6.3.1 |
References
- http://blog.0xlabs.com/2017/03/solarwinds-lem-ssh-jailbreak-and.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97094Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://blog.0xlabs.com/2017/03/solarwinds-lem-ssh-jailbreak-and.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97094Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-5198?
CVE-2017-5198 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). SolarWinds LEM (aka SIEM) before 6.3.1 has an incorrect sudo configuration, which allows local users to obtain root access by editing /usr/local/contego/scripts/hostname.sh.
How severe is CVE-2017-5198?
CVE-2017-5198 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-5198?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Solarwinds Log And Event Manager.