CVE-2008-1926: linux util-linux Code Injection

Vulnerability summary

CVE-2008-1926 is a high (CVSS 7.5) Code Injection vulnerability in linux util-linux. EPSS estimates a 3.87% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days, higher than 90% of scored vulnerabilities.

Timeline

1. 23-04-2008
   PublishedVulnerability first disclosed.
2. 07-08-2024
   Last modifiedVulnerability information updated.

Description

Argument injection vulnerability in login (login-utils/login.c) in util-linux-ng 2.14 and earlier makes it easier for remote attackers to hide activities by modifying portions of log events, as demonstrated by appending an "addr=" statement to the login name, aka "audit log injection."

• CWE-94Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')The product constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment.