CVE-2016-7787: Code Injection
First published: Fri Dec 23 2016(Updated: )
A maliciously crafted command line for kdesu can result in the user only seeing part of the commands that will actually get executed as super user.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| kde-cli-tools | ||
| SUSE Linux | =42.1 | |
| openSUSE | =13.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7787?
CVE-2016-7787 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7787?
To fix CVE-2016-7787, update the KDE CLI Tools package to the latest version available for your operating system.
What does CVE-2016-7787 affect?
CVE-2016-7787 specifically affects KDE CLI Tools used in openSUSE Leap 42.1 and openSUSE 13.2.
How does CVE-2016-7787 impact users?
CVE-2016-7787 can lead to users being unaware of the full set of commands they are executing as a super user, potentially increasing security risks.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-7787?
There is no specific workaround for CVE-2016-7787 other than applying the relevant updates.
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