CVE-2015-1318
First published: Fri Apr 17 2015(Updated: )
The crash reporting feature in Apport 2.13 through 2.17.x before 2.17.1 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted usr/share/apport/apport file in a namespace (container).
Credit: security@ubuntu.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Python 3 Apport | =2.13 | |
| Python 3 Apport | =2.13.1 | |
| Python 3 Apport | =2.13.2 | |
| Python 3 Apport | =2.13.3 | |
| Python 3 Apport | =2.14 | |
| Python 3 Apport | =2.14.1 | |
| Python 3 Apport | =2.14.2 | |
| Python 3 Apport | =2.14.3 | |
| Python 3 Apport | =2.14.4 | |
| Python 3 Apport | =2.14.5 | |
| Python 3 Apport | =2.14.6 | |
| Python 3 Apport | =2.14.7 | |
| Python 3 Apport | =2.15 | |
| Python 3 Apport | =2.15.1 | |
| Python 3 Apport | =2.16 | |
| Python 3 Apport | =2.16.1 | |
| Python 3 Apport | =2.16.2 | |
| Python 3 Apport | =2.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-1318?
CVE-2015-1318 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1318?
To fix CVE-2015-1318, upgrade Apport to version 2.17.1 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-1318?
Local users running Apport version 2.13 through 2.17.0 are affected by CVE-2015-1318.
What software does CVE-2015-1318 impact?
CVE-2015-1318 impacts Apport versions 2.13 to 2.17.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-1318?
CVE-2015-1318 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
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