CVE-2011-1550: The default configuration of logrotate on SUSE openSUSE Factory uses root privileges to process files in di...

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This is a local privilege-risk configuration flaw in openSUSE Factory log rotation. Logrotate may run as root over files in directories writable by non-root users, creating a path for link-based abuse. It is not described as remotely exploitable, and the bundle does not provide CVSS, active exploitation, or a named patch. Exposure is likely limited to legacy openSUSE Factory environments with the vulnerable default logrotate configuration and relevant packages or similarly unsafe log directories. Systems without local untrusted users, without these packages, or without root logrotate jobs touching writable directories are less likely exposed. Treat this as a legacy local privilege escalation risk, not an internet-facing emergency. Prioritize if affected systems allow shell access, shared hosting, build users, or other local untrusted accounts. Otherwise handle through normal hardening and package maintenance. Mitigation focus: Check SUSE/openSUSE guidance for corrected package logrotate configurations.; Update affected packages or logrotate configuration if vendor fixes are available.; Remove unused cobbler, inn, safte-monitor, or uucp packages where applicable..

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Jun 24, 2026, 13:28 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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