To check for Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) related to CloudLinux OS, you can use the yum
package manager along with the seccheck
tool. Here are the steps to do so:
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Update Repository Information:
Update your repository information to ensure you have the latest information about available packages:
bash
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sudo yum makecache
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Install the
seccheck
Utility:Install the
seccheck
utility, which is a tool provided by CloudLinux for checking security vulnerabilities:bash -
sudo yum install seccheck
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Run
seccheck
:Run the
seccheck
command to check for any known security vulnerabilities:bash -
sudo seccheck
The tool will scan your system for installed packages and check them against the known CVEs. It will then provide you with a list of any vulnerabilities that have been identified.
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Review the Output:
Examine the output to identify any packages with associated CVEs. The output will list the vulnerable packages along with information about the CVEs.
For example:
less -
[+] Package: libcurl-7.29.0-57.el7_10.2.x86_64 CVE: CVE-2016-8624 Type: [DOS] Risk: [Medium] Summary: An out-of-bounds read was found in the way libcurl loads data when re-using a connection for a subsequent request.
This example shows a vulnerable package (libcurl) along with details about the associated CVE.
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Apply Updates:
Once you've identified any vulnerable packages, you should apply the necessary updates to fix the vulnerabilities:
bash
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sudo yum update
This will update the affected packages to the latest, patched versions.
Please note that this process assumes that you have an active subscription to CloudLinux and access to their repositories. If you're using a CloudLinux-based hosting service, they may have specific instructions or tools for checking and mitigating CVEs on their platforms. Always follow best practices for system security and keep your software up-to-date to minimize vulnerabilities.