CVE-2017-8422
UnknownEPSS 1.80%
Last modified
CVE-2017-8422 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. KDE kdelibs before 4.14.32 and KAuth before 5.34 allow local users to gain root privileges by spoofing a callerID and leveraging a privileged helper app.. EPSS estimates a 1.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
KDE kdelibs before 4.14.32 and KAuth before 5.34 allow local users to gain root privileges by spoofing a callerID and leveraging a privileged helper app.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kde | Kauth | <= 5.33 |
| Kde | Kdelibs | <= 4.14.31 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/05/10/3Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98412Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1449647Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://www.kde.org/info/security/advisory-20170510-1.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/05/10/3Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98412Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1449647Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://www.kde.org/info/security/advisory-20170510-1.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-8422?
KDE kdelibs before 4.14.32 and KAuth before 5.34 allow local users to gain root privileges by spoofing a callerID and leveraging a privileged helper app.
How severe is CVE-2017-8422?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-8422 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8422?
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-2017-8422?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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