CVE-2017-5330: OS Command Injection
First published: Mon Mar 27 2017(Updated: )
ark before 16.12.1 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an executable in an archive, related to associated applications.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Fedora | =25 | |
| KDE Ark | <=16.12 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/10/2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95349
- https://bugs.kde.org/show_bug.cgi?id=374572
- https://cgit.kde.org/ark.git/commit/?id=82fdfd24d46966a117fa625b68784735a40f9065
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/NIMZUCG6IQR5S65IVQOXQFQV7TMVSYAT/
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-69
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/NIMZUCG6IQR5S65IVQOXQFQV7TMVSYAT/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5330?
CVE-2017-5330 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote execution of arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5330?
To fix CVE-2017-5330, upgrade to KDE Ark version 16.12.1 or later, or apply any available patches.
Which software is affected by CVE-2017-5330?
CVE-2017-5330 affects KDE Ark versions up to 16.12 and Fedora version 25.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2017-5330?
Exploitation of CVE-2017-5330 could lead to unauthorized remote code execution, compromising affected systems.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-5330?
Currently, the best workaround for CVE-2017-5330 is to refrain from opening untrusted archives with affected versions of KDE Ark.
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