vendor:
by:
Unknown
7.5
CVSS
HIGH
OTRUNC/pwrite vulnerability
CWE
Product Name:
Affected Version From: Unknown
Affected Version To: Unknown
Patch Exists: NO
Related CWE:
CPE:
Platforms Tested: Unknown
Unknown
Identity Theft Exploit
This exploit allows for the overwrite of specific kernel addresses to elevate privileges. It requires a deep understanding of the Plan9 kernel and careful execution. The process involves determining the user and hostowner, overwriting kernel addresses, writing the username to '#c/hostowner', stealing credentials, resetting overwritten functions, and restoring the original username.
Mitigation:
Unknown