Vulnerability Description
The kluser is able to interact with the kav4fs-control binary in Kaspersky Anti-Virus for Linux File Server before Maintenance Pack 2 Critical Fix 4 (version 8.0.4.312). By abusing the quarantine read and write operations, it is possible to elevate the privileges to root.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kaspersky | Anti-Virus For Linux Server | <= 8.0.3.297 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/143190/Kaspersky-Anti-Virus-File-Server-8.0ExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Jun/33ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99330Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038798Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.coresecurity.com/advisories/kaspersky-anti-virus-file-server-multiplExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42269/
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/143190/Kaspersky-Anti-Virus-File-Server-8.0ExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Jun/33ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99330Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038798Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.coresecurity.com/advisories/kaspersky-anti-virus-file-server-multiplExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42269/
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-9811?
CVE-2017-9811 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The kluser is able to interact with the kav4fs-control binary in Kaspersky Anti-Virus for Linux File Server before Maintenance Pack 2 Critical Fix 4 (version 8.0.4.312). By abusing the quarantine read...
How severe is CVE-2017-9811?
CVE-2017-9811 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-2017-9811?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Kaspersky Anti-Virus For Linux Server.