HIGH · 7.8

CVE-2020-10587

antiX and MX Linux allow local users to achieve root access via "persist-config --command /bin/sh" because of the Sudo configuration.

Vulnerability Description

antiX and MX Linux allow local users to achieve root access via "persist-config --command /bin/sh" because of the Sudo configuration.

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
LOW
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
AntixlinuxAntix Linux-
MxlinuxMx Linux-

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2020-10587?

CVE-2020-10587 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). antiX and MX Linux allow local users to achieve root access via "persist-config --command /bin/sh" because of the Sudo configuration.

How severe is CVE-2020-10587?

CVE-2020-10587 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-2020-10587?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Antixlinux Antix Linux, Mxlinux Mx Linux.