CVE-2017-11741
First published: Tue Aug 08 2017(Updated: )
HashiCorp Vagrant VMware Fusion plugin (aka vagrant-vmware-fusion) before 4.0.24 uses weak permissions for the sudo helper scripts, allows local users to execute arbitrary code with root privileges by overwriting one of the scripts.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| HashiCorp Vagrant | <=4.0.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11741?
CVE-2017-11741 has a critical severity level as it allows local users to execute arbitrary code with root privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11741?
To fix CVE-2017-11741, upgrade the Vagrant VMware Fusion plugin to version 4.0.24 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-11741?
Users of HashiCorp Vagrant VMware Fusion versions prior to 4.0.24 are affected by CVE-2017-11741.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-11741?
CVE-2017-11741 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
Can CVE-2017-11741 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2017-11741 requires local user access to exploit the vulnerability.
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