CVE-2016-9016: High severity Firejail Project Firejail vulnerability

Published Jan 19, 2017
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Updated

Firejail 0.9.38.4 allows local users to execute arbitrary commands outside of the sandbox via a crafted TIOCSTI ioctl call.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Firejail Project Firejail=0.9.38.4

Event History

Jan 19, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-9016?

CVE-2016-9016 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow local users to execute arbitrary commands outside of the sandbox.

2

How does CVE-2016-9016 work?

CVE-2016-9016 exploits a vulnerability in Firejail by utilizing a crafted TIOCSTI ioctl call that enables command execution outside the sandbox.

3

How do I fix CVE-2016-9016?

To fix CVE-2016-9016, upgrade Firejail to a version later than 0.9.38.4 that has addressed this vulnerability.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2016-9016?

CVE-2016-9016 affects local users of Firejail 0.9.38.4, who may leverage the vulnerability to gain unauthorized command execution.

5

Can CVE-2016-9016 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2016-9016 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability that requires access to the system to be exploited.

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