CVE-2024-6714
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.26%
Last modified
CVE-2024-6714 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in provd before version 0.1.5 with a setuid binary, which allows a local attacker to escalate their privilege.. EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in provd before version 0.1.5 with a setuid binary, which allows a local attacker to escalate their privilege.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Canonical | Ubuntu Desktop Provision | < 0.1.5 |
References
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/provd/+bug/2071574Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2024-6714Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/provd/+bug/2071574Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2024-6714Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-6714?
An issue was discovered in provd before version 0.1.5 with a setuid binary, which allows a local attacker to escalate their privilege.
How severe is CVE-2024-6714?
CVE-2024-6714 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6714?
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-2024-6714?
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