CVE-2011-3172

unix2_chkpwd do not check for a valid account

Description

A vulnerability in pam_modules of SUSE Linux Enterprise allows attackers to log into accounts that should have been disabled. Affected releases are SUSE Linux Enterprise: versions prior to 12.

Categories

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.23%
Affected: SUSE SUSE Linux Enterprise
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://build.opensuse.org/request/show/80346
https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=707645

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2011-3172?
CVE-2011-3172 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2011-3172?
To fix CVE-2011-3172, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2011-3172 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2011-3172 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2011-3172?
CVE-2011-3172 affects SUSE SUSE Linux Enterprise.
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