CVE-2011-4122: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2011-4122: Directory traversal vulnerability in openpam_configure.c in OpenPAM before r478 on FreeBSD 8.1 allows local...

Directory traversal vulnerability in openpam_configure.c in OpenPAM before r478 on FreeBSD 8.1 allows local users to load arbitrary DSOs and gain privileges via a .. (dot dot) in the service_name argument to the pam_start function, as demonstrated by a .. in the -c option to kcheckpass.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 00:01 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a legacy local privilege-escalation issue in OpenPAM on FreeBSD 8.1. A local user could abuse path traversal in a PAM service name to cause loading of attacker-controlled shared objects. Business urgency is mainly for old FreeBSD/OpenPAM systems still in service, especially multi-user hosts. Exposure is most plausible on legacy FreeBSD 8.1 systems or deployments carrying OpenPAM code before r478. The provided CVE metadata does not list precise CPEs, package versions, or downstream vendor fixes, so environment-specific confirmation is required. Prioritize if the organization still runs legacy FreeBSD/OpenPAM hosts with untrusted local users. For modern or unsupported-free environments, treat this as a legacy exposure review item rather than an emergency. Mitigation focus: Inventory FreeBSD and OpenPAM versions on legacy systems.; Apply vendor guidance or update OpenPAM to include r478 or later.; Review PAM consumers that accept user-controlled service names..

Prepared: Jun 27, 2026, 17:48 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 17, 2011, 19:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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openpam-Pamstart-privilege-escalation(71205)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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