CVE-2017-14178
UnknownEPSS 1.79%
Last modified
CVE-2017-14178 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In snapd 2.27 through 2.29.2 the 'snap logs' command could be made to call journalctl without match arguments and therefore allow unprivileged, unauthenticated users to bypass systemd-journald's access restrictions.. EPSS estimates a 1.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In snapd 2.27 through 2.29.2 the 'snap logs' command could be made to call journalctl without match arguments and therefore allow unprivileged, unauthenticated users to bypass systemd-journald's access restrictions.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Snapcraft | Snapd | >= 2.27, <= 2.29.2 |
References
- https://github.com/snapcore/snapd/pull/4194Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/1730255Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://people.canonical.com/~ubuntu-security/cve/2017/CVE-2017-14178.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/snapcore/snapd/pull/4194Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/1730255Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://people.canonical.com/~ubuntu-security/cve/2017/CVE-2017-14178.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-14178?
In snapd 2.27 through 2.29.2 the 'snap logs' command could be made to call journalctl without match arguments and therefore allow unprivileged, unauthenticated users to bypass systemd-journald's access restrictions.
How severe is CVE-2017-14178?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-14178 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-14178?
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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