CVE-2017-7496
First published: Mon Jun 26 2017(Updated: )
fedora-arm-installer up to and including 1.99.16 is vulnerable to local privilege escalation due to lack of checking the error condition of mount operation failure on unsafely created temporary directories.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Fedoraproject Arm Installer | <=1.99.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-7496?
CVE-2017-7496 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7496?
To fix CVE-2017-7496, update the Fedora Arm Installer to version 1.99.17 or newer.
What systems are affected by CVE-2017-7496?
CVE-2017-7496 affects Fedora Arm Installer versions up to and including 1.99.16.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-7496?
CVE-2017-7496 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
What causes CVE-2017-7496?
CVE-2017-7496 is caused by a lack of error condition checking during mount operations on insecure temporary directories.
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