Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old rsync flaw where a writable file-sharing service could be tricked into placing files outside its intended directory. For exposed legacy servers, that can break containment and may support later compromise depending on file permissions. Exposure is likely limited to legacy rsync daemon deployments older than 2.6.1 with read/write modules and no chroot. Prioritize internet-facing or partner-accessible rsync services and systems covered by older vendor advisories. Treat as high priority only where legacy writable rsync daemons remain reachable. Modern, patched, non-daemon, read-only, or chrooted deployments are less concerning based on the supplied evidence. Mitigation focus: Upgrade rsync to 2.6.1 or a vendor-fixed package.; Enable chroot for rsync daemon modules where operationally feasible.; Remove write access from modules that do not require it..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:967CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
- rsync-write-files(16014)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:9495CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
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