CVE-2017-1000203 : Security Advisory and Response

ROOT version 6.9.03 and below is vulnerable to an authenticated shell metacharacter injection in the rootd daemon, potentially leading to remote code execution.

Understanding CVE-2017-1000203

The rootd daemon in versions of ROOT prior to 6.9.03 is susceptible to an authenticated shell metacharacter injection, leading to the potential for executing remote code.

What is CVE-2017-1000203?

CVE-2017-1000203 is a vulnerability in ROOT versions prior to 6.9.03 that allows for an authenticated shell metacharacter injection, which could result in the execution of remote code.

The Impact of CVE-2017-1000203

This vulnerability could be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary remote code on affected systems, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-1000203

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability lies in the rootd daemon of ROOT versions before 6.9.03, allowing for an authenticated shell metacharacter injection.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected System: ROOT
Affected Versions: Prior to 6.9.03

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by authenticated users to inject shell metacharacters, potentially leading to the execution of malicious remote code.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update ROOT to version 6.9.03 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
Monitor for any unauthorized access or unusual activities on the system.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement strong authentication mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access.
Regularly update and patch software to address known vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates to prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities.