Util-Linux UMount Remounting Filesystem Option Clearing Vulnerability

Util-Linux UMount Remounting Filesystem Option Clearing Vulnerability

Util-linux is susceptible to a filesystem-option-clearing vulnerability. This issue is due to a design flaw that improperly clears mounted-filesystem options in certain circumstances.

This vulnerability allows attackers to clear mounted-filesystem options, allowing them to execute setuid applications to gain elevated privileges. Other attacks are also possible.