CVE-2017-18284
First published: Mon Jun 04 2018(Updated: )
The Gentoo app-backup/burp package before 2.1.32 sets the ownership of the PID file directory to the burp account, which might allow local users to kill arbitrary processes by leveraging access to this account for PID file modification before a root script sends a SIGKILL.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Burp Project Burp | <2.1.32 | |
| Gentoo Linux |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2017-18284.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-18284?
The severity of CVE-2017-18284 is rated as high.
What is the affected software for CVE-2017-18284?
The affected software is Burp Project Burp package before version 2.1.32 on Gentoo Linux.
What is the impact of CVE-2017-18284?
CVE-2017-18284 allows local users to kill arbitrary processes by leveraging access to the burp account for PID file modification.
Are there any references for CVE-2017-18284?
Yes, you can find references for CVE-2017-18284 at the following links: [Gentoo Bug](https://bugs.gentoo.org/628770) and [Gentoo GLSA](https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201806-03).
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