CVE-2017-5207: High severity Firejail Project Firejail vulnerability
Published Mar 23, 2017
·Updated
Firejail before 0.9.44.4, when running a bandwidth command, allows local users to gain root privileges via the --shell argument.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Firejail Project Firejail<0.9.44.4
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Mar 23, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5207?
CVE-2017-5207 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow local users to gain root privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-5207?
To fix CVE-2017-5207, upgrade Firejail to version 0.9.44.4 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2017-5207?
Local users of Firejail versions prior to 0.9.44.4 are affected by CVE-2017-5207.
4
What is the exploit mechanism for CVE-2017-5207?
CVE-2017-5207 can be exploited by using the --shell argument when running a bandwidth command.
5
Is CVE-2017-5207 a remote exploit?
CVE-2017-5207 is not a remote exploit; it requires local access to the system.