Local Privilege Escalation in davfs2 by WebDAV on Linux Systems
CVE-2013-4362

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Key Information:

Vendor: Werner Baumann
Status: Davfs2
Vendor: CVE Published:; 30 September 2013

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What is CVE-2013-4362?

The davfs2 file system, specifically versions 1.4.6 and 1.4.7, is vulnerable due to improper handling of system-level commands within its code, particularly in the 'kernel_interface.c' and 'mount_davfs.c' files. This flaw allows local users to execute arbitrary commands, potentially leading to unauthorized privilege escalation. The issue arises from the insecure use of the 'system' function, which fails to adequately restrict or validate user inputs, making systems susceptible to exploitation. Users are recommended to update to the latest versions to mitigate these risks.

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