CVE-2016-3100: Infoleak
First published: Wed Jul 13 2016(Updated: )
kinit in KDE Frameworks before 5.23.0 uses weak permissions (644) for /tmp/xauth-xxx-_y, which allows local users to obtain X11 cookies of other users and consequently capture keystrokes and possibly gain privileges by reading the file.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| openSUSE | =42.1 | |
| openSUSE | =13.2 | |
| KDE KDE Frameworks | <=5.22.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-07/msg00001.html
- http://www.kde.com/announcements/kde-frameworks-5.23.0.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91769
- https://bugs.kde.org/show_bug.cgi?id=358593
- https://bugs.kde.org/show_bug.cgi?id=363140
- https://quickgit.kde.org/?p=kinit.git&a=commitdiff&h=72f3702dbe6cf15c06dc13da2c99c864e9022a58
- https://quickgit.kde.org/?p=kinit.git&a=commitdiff&h=dece8fd89979cd1a86c03bcaceef6e9221e8d8cd
- https://www.kde.org/info/security/advisory-20160621-1.txt
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3100?
The severity of CVE-2016-3100 is considered important due to its potential to allow local users to access sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3100?
To fix CVE-2016-3100, you should upgrade to KDE Frameworks version 5.23.0 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-3100?
CVE-2016-3100 affects users of KDE Frameworks versions up to 5.22.0 and specific versions of openSUSE.
What vulnerabilities are similar to CVE-2016-3100?
Similar vulnerabilities may include those that involve insecure file permission settings that expose sensitive data.
Can CVE-2016-3100 lead to privilege escalation?
Yes, CVE-2016-3100 can potentially lead to privilege escalation by allowing access to X11 cookies.
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