CVE-2016-8659

Name: CVE-2016-8659
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-02-13T18:59:00.72+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.40%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-8659 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Bubblewrap before 0.1.3 sets the PR_SET_DUMPABLE flag, which might allow local users to gain privileges by attaching to the process, as demonstrated by sending commands to a PrivSep socket.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Bubblewrap before 0.1.3 sets the PR_SET_DUMPABLE flag, which might allow local users to gain privileges by attaching to the process, as demonstrated by sending commands to a PrivSep socket.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.40%

31.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Bubblewrap Project	Bubblewrap	<= 0.1.1

References

http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/12/5Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/13/4Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93542Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://github.com/projectatomic/bubblewrap/issues/107Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/12/5Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/13/4Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93542Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://github.com/projectatomic/bubblewrap/issues/107Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 13, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-8659?

Bubblewrap before 0.1.3 sets the PR_SET_DUMPABLE flag, which might allow local users to gain privileges by attaching to the process, as demonstrated by sending commands to a PrivSep socket.

How severe is CVE-2016-8659?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8659 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-8659?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2016-8659?

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Source: NVD / NIST