CVE-2026-29122: `/bin/date` Binary given SETUID Permissions on IDC SFX2100 Leading to Potential LPE
International Data Casting (IDC) SFX2100 satellite receiver comes with the /bin/date utility installed with the setuid bit set. This configuration grants elevated privileges to any local user who can execute the binary. A local actor is able to use the GTFObins resource to preform privileged file reads as the root user on the local file system. This allows an actor to be able to read any root read-only files, such as the /etc/shadow file or other configuration/secrets carrier files.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-29122?
CVE-2026-29122 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2026-29122?
To mitigate CVE-2026-29122, the setuid bit should be removed from the /bin/date binary on the affected International Data Casting SFX2100 system.
Who is affected by CVE-2026-29122?
CVE-2026-29122 affects users of the International Data Casting SFX2100 satellite receiver that utilize the vulnerable /bin/date binary.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-29122?
CVE-2026-29122 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
Can CVE-2026-29122 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2026-29122 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the affected device.