CVE-2024-27261: linux kernel — Fix

Description

IBM Storage Defender - Resiliency Service 2.0.0 through 2.0.2 could allow a privileged user to install a potentially dangerous tar file, which could give them access to subsequent systems where the package was installed. IBM X-Force ID: 283986.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

6.4

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-749 CWE-749

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
ibm	storage_defender_resiliency_service	2.0 — 2.0.3
linux	linux_kernel	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/283986 https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7148023 https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/283986 https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7148023

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-27261? +

IBM Storage Defender - Resiliency Service 2.0.0 through 2.0.2 could allow a privileged user to install a potentially dangerous tar file, which could give them access to subsequent systems where the package was installed. IBM X-Force ID: 283986. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.4 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2024-27261? +

CVE-2024-27261 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 6.4 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-27261? +

CVE-2024-27261 affects products from ibm, linux, specifically: linux_kernel, storage_defender_resiliency_service. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-27261? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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