CVE-2017-7560 : What You Need to Know

CVE-2017-7560 is a vulnerability affecting the 'rhnsd' product by Red Hat, Inc., where PID files are generated with world-writable permissions, potentially enabling attackers with local access to disrupt processes or occupy storage space.

Understanding CVE-2017-7560

What is CVE-2017-7560?

The vulnerability in 'rhnsd' allows local attackers to manipulate PID files, leading to potential disruption of processes or resource occupation.

The Impact of CVE-2017-7560

The vulnerability poses a risk of local attackers causing service disruptions or resource exhaustion on affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-7560

Vulnerability Description

Evidence indicates that 'rhnsd' PID files are created with world-writable permissions, enabling local attackers to interfere with system processes.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: rhnsd
Vendor: Red Hat, Inc.
Affected Version: n/a

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers with local access can exploit the world-writable PID files to disrupt processes or consume system resources.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Restrict access to PID files to prevent unauthorized modifications
Regularly monitor and review file permissions on the system

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement the principle of least privilege to limit access rights
Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments

Patching and Updates

Apply relevant patches and updates provided by Red Hat, Inc. to address the vulnerability.