CVE-2017-5731
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.40%
Last modified
CVE-2017-5731 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Bounds checking in Tianocompress before November 7, 2017 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable an escalation of privilege via local access.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Bounds checking in Tianocompress before November 7, 2017 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable an escalation of privilege via local access.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tianocore | Edk2 | < 2017-11-07 |
References
- https://bugzilla.tianocore.org/show_bug.cgi?id=686Issue Tracking, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.tianocore.org/show_bug.cgi?id=686Issue Tracking, Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-5731?
Bounds checking in Tianocompress before November 7, 2017 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable an escalation of privilege via local access.
How severe is CVE-2017-5731?
CVE-2017-5731 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5731?
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-2017-5731?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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