CVE-2015-1318: High severity ubuntu python3-apport vulnerability

Published Apr 17, 2015
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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).

Affected Software

18 affected components
Apport Project Apport=2.13
Apport Project Apport=2.13.1
Apport Project Apport=2.13.2
Apport Project Apport=2.13.3
Apport Project Apport=2.14
Apport Project Apport=2.14.1
Apport Project Apport=2.14.2
Apport Project Apport=2.14.3
Apport Project Apport=2.14.4
Apport Project Apport=2.14.5
Apport Project Apport=2.14.6
Apport Project Apport=2.14.7
Apport Project Apport=2.15
Apport Project Apport=2.15.1
Apport Project Apport=2.16
Apport Project Apport=2.16.1
Apport Project Apport=2.16.2
Apport Project Apport=2.17

Event History

Apr 17, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-1318?

CVE-2015-1318 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-1318?

To fix CVE-2015-1318, upgrade Apport to version 2.17.1 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2015-1318?

Local users running Apport version 2.13 through 2.17.0 are affected by CVE-2015-1318.

4

What software does CVE-2015-1318 impact?

CVE-2015-1318 impacts Apport versions 2.13 to 2.17.0.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-1318?

CVE-2015-1318 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability.

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