CVE Catalog
CVE-2016-4422
CriticalSummary
The pam_sm_authenticate function in pam_sshauth.c in libpam-sshauth might allow context-dependent attackers to bypass authentication or gain privileges via a system user account.
Risk Assessment
The organization may be exposed to unauthorized access to systems, potentially leading to privilege escalation and security breaches.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update libpam-sshauth to the latest version to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability.
Original NVD description (English source)
The pam_sm_authenticate function in pam_sshauth.c in libpam-sshauth might allow context-dependent attackers to bypass authentication or gain privileges via a system user account.