Vulnerability Description
Debian ftpsync before 20171017 does not use the rsync --safe-links option, which allows remote attackers to conduct directory traversal attacks via a crafted upstream mirror.
CVSS Score
9.1
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Ftpsync | <= 20171016 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/10/17/2Issue TrackingMailing ListPatch
- https://anonscm.debian.org/cgit/mirror/archvsync.git/commit/?id=d1ca2ab2210990b6Issue TrackingPatchVendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-mirrors/2017/10/msg00017.htmlIssue TrackingMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/10/17/2Issue TrackingMailing ListPatch
- https://anonscm.debian.org/cgit/mirror/archvsync.git/commit/?id=d1ca2ab2210990b6Issue TrackingPatchVendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-mirrors/2017/10/msg00017.htmlIssue TrackingMailing ListVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-8805?
CVE-2017-8805 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL). Debian ftpsync before 20171017 does not use the rsync --safe-links option, which allows remote attackers to conduct directory traversal attacks via a crafted upstream mirror.
How severe is CVE-2017-8805?
CVE-2017-8805 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.1/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-8805?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Debian Ftpsync.