CVE-2006-7108 describes a vulnerability in the login utility of util-linux-2.12a, where it bypasses critical PAM modules (pam_acct_mgmt and chauth_tok) when authentication is skipped, such as during a Kerberos krlogin session. This flaw could allow authenticated local users to circumvent intended access policies enforced by these modules. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 4.1, indicating a medium severity. It requires local access and medium attack complexity, potentially leading to partial confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts. There is no evidence of active exploitation, and no public exploit code is available in Metasploit, Nuclei, or ExploitDB. Community discussion and media coverage are minimal, suggesting low public awareness and attention for this older vulnerability.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
2.12aCPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:andries_brouwer:util-linux:2.12a:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:L/AC:M/Au:S/C:P/I:P/A:P
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