CVE-2019-3697 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2019-3697, a vulnerability in gnump3d packaging in openSUSE Leap 15.1 allowing local attackers to escalate privileges to root. Find mitigation steps here.
This CVE-2019-3697 relates to a local privilege escalation vulnerability in the packaging of gnump3d in openSUSE Leap 15.1, allowing attackers with gnump3d privileges to escalate to root.
Understanding CVE-2019-3697
This CVE involves a vulnerability that enables local attackers to elevate their privileges from user gnump3d to root in openSUSE Leap 15.1.
What is CVE-2019-3697?
The vulnerability in the packaging of gnump3d in openSUSE Leap 15.1 allows local attackers with gnump3d privileges to escalate their privileges to root.
The Impact of CVE-2019-3697
The impact of this vulnerability is rated as HIGH severity with a CVSS base score of 7.7. It affects the confidentiality, integrity, and privileges of the system.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-3697
This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows local attackers with gnump3d privileges to escalate to root in openSUSE Leap 15.1.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Leap 15.1
- Vendor: openSUSE
- Affected Version: gnump3d 3.0-lp151.2.1 and earlier
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by local attackers with gnump3d privileges to gain root access on the system.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2019-3697 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply the necessary patches provided by the vendor.
- Restrict user privileges to minimize the impact of privilege escalation.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to address known vulnerabilities.
- Implement the principle of least privilege to limit user access rights.
- Monitor and audit system activities to detect unauthorized actions.
- Educate users on security best practices to prevent exploitation.
- Utilize security tools to detect and mitigate privilege escalation attempts.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that all systems running openSUSE Leap 15.1 with gnump3d are updated with the latest patches to mitigate the vulnerability.