CVE-2017-10708
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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
Weakness Enumeration
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
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- Status
- Modified
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