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CVE-2016-10009

Untrusted search path vulnerability in ssh-agent.c in ssh-agent in OpenSSH befor...

High CVSS 7.3

Overview

Untrusted search path vulnerability in ssh-agent.c in ssh-agent in OpenSSH before 7.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary local PKCS#11 modules by leveraging control over a forwarded agent-socket.

CWE: CWE-426 Published: 2017-01-05T02:59:03.057
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🟠 HIGH.

  • CVSS: 7.3 (HIGH)
  • Detected tags: none (tag impact: LOW)

Recommended actions:

  • Prioritize remediation based on business criticality and exposure.
  • Limit exposure and increase monitoring until fixed.

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