CVE-2005-3629: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-3629: initscripts in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 does not properly handle certain environment variables when /sbin...

initscripts in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 does not properly handle certain environment variables when /sbin/service is executed, which allows local users with sudo permissions for /sbin/service to gain root privileges via unknown vectors.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 23:17 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a legacy local privilege escalation in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4. A user who is already allowed to run /sbin/service through sudo could potentially become root because initscripts mishandles certain environment variables. It is not a remote compromise based on the provided sources. Exposure is most likely on legacy Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 systems where sudoers permits non-root users to run /sbin/service. Systems matching the referenced Red Hat errata or OVAL definition should be reviewed. Prioritize if any legacy RHEL 4 systems remain in production or regulated environments. The issue is old and local-only, but successful exploitation can grant root access. Mitigation focus: Apply vendor guidance from Red Hat advisories RHSA-2006:0015 and RHSA-2006:0016.; Review and remove unnecessary sudo permissions for /sbin/service.; Upgrade or retire Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 systems where possible..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 14:02 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 7, 2006, 21:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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initscripts-service-gain-privileges(25374)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:11198CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature

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