CVE-2024-6760

ktrace(2) fails to detach when executing a setuid binary

Description

A logic bug in the code which disables kernel tracing for setuid programs meant that tracing was not disabled when it should have, allowing unprivileged users to trace and inspect the behavior of setuid programs. The bug may be used by an unprivileged user to read the contents of files to which they would not otherwise have access, such as the local password database.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.14%
Vendor Advisory freebsd.org
Affected: FreeBSD FreeBSD
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://security.freebsd.org/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-24:06.ktrace.asc vendor advisory
https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20240816-0010/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-6760?
CVE-2024-6760 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-6760?
To fix CVE-2024-6760, 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-2024-6760 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-6760 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-2024-6760?
CVE-2024-6760 affects FreeBSD FreeBSD.
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