CVE-2004-2610: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2004-2610: mntd_mount.c in mntd before 0.4.2 might allow local users to gain privileges via shell metacharacters in a...

mntd_mount.c in mntd before 0.4.2 might allow local users to gain privileges via shell metacharacters in a remount option in the configuration file. NOTE: It is not clear whether this is a vulnerability because there is not necessarily any common usage in which privilege boundaries are crossed. Typical usage would restrict write access to the configuration file.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 01:36 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This old CVE concerns mntd before 0.4.2. A local user might gain privileges if they can place shell metacharacters in a remount option in mntd’s configuration. The CVE record itself questions whether this is a real vulnerability in normal deployments, because typical use restricts configuration write access. Exposure is likely limited to systems running legacy mntd before 0.4.2 where local untrusted users can alter mntd configuration. Treat this as a targeted legacy Unix/Linux hygiene item, not an emergency. Prioritize only if mntd exists on multi-user systems or configuration permissions are weak. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for mntd and determine whether versions before 0.4.2 are present.; Restrict mntd configuration write access to trusted administrators only.; Evaluate upgrade to mntd 0.4.2 where this package is still used..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 16:18 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 4, 2005, 11:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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mntd-read-configuration-gain-privileges(17149)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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