CVE-2017-5206
UnknownEPSS 1.94%
Last modified
CVE-2017-5206 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Firejail before 0.9.44.4, when running on a Linux kernel before 4.8, allows context-dependent attackers to bypass a seccomp-based sandbox protection mechanism via the --allow-debuggers argument.. EPSS estimates a 1.94% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Firejail before 0.9.44.4, when running on a Linux kernel before 4.8, allows context-dependent attackers to bypass a seccomp-based sandbox protection mechanism via the --allow-debuggers argument.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Firejail Project | Firejail | < 0.9.44.4 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/07/5Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97120Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://blog.lizzie.io/linux-containers-in-500-loc.html#fn.51Third Party Advisory
- https://firejail.wordpress.com/download-2/release-notes/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/netblue30/firejail/commit/6b8dba29d73257311564ee7f27b9b14758cc693eIssue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-62Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/07/5Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97120Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://blog.lizzie.io/linux-containers-in-500-loc.html#fn.51Third Party Advisory
- https://firejail.wordpress.com/download-2/release-notes/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/netblue30/firejail/commit/6b8dba29d73257311564ee7f27b9b14758cc693eIssue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-62Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-5206?
Firejail before 0.9.44.4, when running on a Linux kernel before 4.8, allows context-dependent attackers to bypass a seccomp-based sandbox protection mechanism via the --allow-debuggers argument.
How severe is CVE-2017-5206?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-5206 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5206?
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-2017-5206?
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