PatchTheCVECVE-2018-14348: libcgroup up to and including 0.41 creates /var/log/cgred with mode 0666 regardless of the configured umask, l
CVE-2018-14348 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.1) affecting libcgroup, debian linux, fedora. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
libcgroup up to and including 0.41 creates /var/log/cgred with mode 0666 regardless of the configured umask, leading to disclosure of information.
Why this priority
- High severity
- On your watchlist
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.1 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 2.3% (top 17%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-200 |
| Published | 2018-08-14 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2018-14348?
libcgroup: upgrade to newer than 0.41; debian linux: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation; fedora: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2018-14348 being exploited?
CVE-2018-14348 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2018-14348 affect?
CVE-2018-14348 affects libcgroup, debian linux, fedora. Severity is high (CVSS 8.1). libcgroup up to and including 0.41 creates /var/log/cgred with mode 0666 regardless of the configured umask, leading to disclosure of information.
How urgent is CVE-2018-14348?
Priority 54/100. High severity; On your watchlist