SB2016031801 - SUSE Linux update for samba 



SB2016031801 - SUSE Linux update for samba

Published: March 18, 2016

Security Bulletin ID SB2016031801
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

Medium 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Incorrect ACL get/set allowed on symlink path (CVE-ID: CVE-2015-7560)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to launch a symlink attack.

The vulnerability exists in Samba. A remote authenticated attacker can overwrite access control lists on the directory by creating a symbolic link to a file or directory using SMB1 UNIX extensions and then issuing a non-UNIX SMB1.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in a symlink attack.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.