CVE-2017-5618
High
Description
GNU screen before 4.5.1 allows local users to modify arbitrary files and consequently gain root privileges by leveraging improper checking of logfile permissions.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.8
Exploit probability—
Product
Gnu Screen
PublishedMar 20, 2017
First seenMar 20, 2017
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| gnu screen | v ≤ 4.5.0 | — |
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