CVE-2017-10708

Name: CVE-2017-10708
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-07-18T20:29:00.2+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.10%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-10708 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in Apport through 2.20.x. In apport/report.py, Apport sets the ExecutablePath field and it then uses the path to run package specific hooks without protecting against path traversal. EPSS estimates a 2.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An issue was discovered in Apport through 2.20.x. In apport/report.py, Apport sets the ExecutablePath field and it then uses the path to run package specific hooks without protecting against path traversal. This allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .crash file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.10%

79.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-22

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apport Project	Apport	<= 2.20.6

References

https://launchpad.net/bugs/1700573Third Party Advisory
https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/apport/+changelogThird Party Advisory
https://launchpad.net/bugs/1700573Third Party Advisory
https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/apport/+changelogThird Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 18, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-10708?

How severe is CVE-2017-10708?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-10708 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-10708?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST