CVE-2017-5123
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 3.71%
Last modified
CVE-2017-5123 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Insufficient data validation in waitid allowed an user to escape sandboxes on Linux.. EPSS estimates a 3.71% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Insufficient data validation in waitid allowed an user to escape sandboxes on Linux.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 4.13, < 4.13.7 |
| Netapp | Cloud Backup | All versions |
| Netapp | H300s Firmware | All versions |
| Netapp | H500s Firmware | All versions |
| Netapp | H700s Firmware | All versions |
| Netapp | H300e Firmware | All versions |
| Netapp | H500e Firmware | All versions |
| Netapp | H700e Firmware | All versions |
| Netapp | H410s Firmware | All versions |
References
- https://crbug.com/772848Vendor Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20211223-0003/Third Party Advisory
- https://crbug.com/772848Vendor Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20211223-0003/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-5123?
Insufficient data validation in waitid allowed an user to escape sandboxes on Linux.
How severe is CVE-2017-5123?
CVE-2017-5123 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.71% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5123?
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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