CVE-2011-4338

Public Exploit

Description

Shaman 1.0.9: Users can add the line askforpwd=false to his shaman.conf file, without entering the root password in shaman. The next time shaman is run, root privileges are granted despite the fact that the user never entered the root password.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.04%
Third-Party Advisory archlinux.org Third-Party Advisory openwall.com
Affected: shaman shaman
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/11/22/4 third party advisory mailing list
https://bbs.archlinux.org/viewtopic.php?id=64066&p=1 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2011-4338?
CVE-2011-4338 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2011-4338?
To fix CVE-2011-4338, 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-2011-4338 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2011-4338 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2011-4338?
CVE-2011-4338 affects shaman shaman.
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