PatchTheCVECVE-2020-10587: antiX and MX Linux allow local users to achieve root access via "persist-config --command /bin/sh" because of
CVE-2020-10587 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting antix linux, mx linux. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
antiX and MX Linux allow local users to achieve root access via "persist-config --command /bin/sh" because of the Sudo configuration.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
- On your watchlist
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.5% (top 59%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2020-03-14 |
| 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-2020-10587?
antix linux: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation; mx linux: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2020-10587 being exploited?
CVE-2020-10587 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-2020-10587 affect?
CVE-2020-10587 affects antix linux, mx linux. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). antiX and MX Linux allow local users to achieve root access via "persist-config --command /bin/sh" because of the Sudo configuration.
How urgent is CVE-2020-10587?
Priority 48/100. High severity; Public exploit reference; On your watchlist