SB2023010407 - SUSE update for rmt-server 



SB2023010407 - SUSE update for rmt-server

Published: January 4, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2023010407
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Incorrect default permissions (CVE-ID: CVE-2022-31254)

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions for the "/usr/share/rmt" directory. A local _rmt user can edit the "/usr/share/rmt/.bundle/config" file and execute arbitrary code on the system as root during service startup.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.