CVE-2014-5443: High severity seafile server vulnerability

Published Mar 19, 2018
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Updated

Seafile Server before 3.1.2 and Server Professional Edition before 3.1.0 allow local users to gain privileges via vectors related to ccnet handling user accounts.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Seafile Seafile Server<3.1.2
Seafile Seafile Server<3.1.0

Event History

Mar 19, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2014-5443?

CVE-2014-5443 is a vulnerability in Seafile Server before version 3.1.2 and Server Professional Edition before version 3.1.0 that allows local users to gain privileges.

2

How can local users exploit CVE-2014-5443?

Local users can exploit CVE-2014-5443 by manipulating ccnet to gain privileges.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2014-5443?

CVE-2014-5443 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2014-5443?

Seafile Server versions up to 3.1.2 and Server Professional Edition versions up to 3.1.0 are affected by CVE-2014-5443.

5

How can I fix CVE-2014-5443?

To fix CVE-2014-5443, upgrade to Seafile Server version 3.1.2 or Server Professional Edition version 3.1.0 or later.

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