CVE-2015-5224

Critical

Description

The mkostemp function in login-utils in util-linux when used incorrectly allows remote attackers to cause file name collision and possibly other attacks.

SeverityCritical
CVSS9.8
Exploit probability—
ProductKernel Util-linux
PublishedAug 23, 2017
First seenAug 23, 2017
Weakness typeCWE-377CWE-377

How to fix

Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
kernel util-linuxv ≤ 2.26.2, 2.27—

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CVE-2015-5224 · Kernel Util-linux · Dark Radar