CVE-2017-8900
First published: Fri May 12 2017(Updated: )
Last updated 24 July 2024
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/lightdm | 1.26.0-7 1.26.0-8 1.32.0-6 | |
| All of | ||
| LightDM | <=1.22.0 | |
| Any of | ||
| Ubuntu | =16.10 | |
| Ubuntu | =17.04 | |
| LightDM | <=1.22.0 | |
| Ubuntu | =16.10 | |
| Ubuntu | =17.04 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98554
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/1663157
- https://people.canonical.com/~ubuntu-security/cve/2017/CVE-2017-8900.html
- https://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-3285-1/
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2017-8900
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2017-8900
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2017-8900
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-8900
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2017-8900
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8900?
CVE-2017-8900 is considered a medium severity vulnerability that allows unauthorized access to user home directories by bypassing AppArmor restrictions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8900?
To remediate CVE-2017-8900, upgrade LightDM to version 1.26.0 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2017-8900?
CVE-2017-8900 affects LightDM versions up to 1.22.0 on Ubuntu 16.10 and Ubuntu 17.x when using systemd.
Who can exploit CVE-2017-8900?
CVE-2017-8900 can be exploited by physically proximate attackers who can establish a guest session.
What is the impact of CVE-2017-8900 on users?
The impact of CVE-2017-8900 allows attackers to access and view the home directories of other users, leading to potential data exposure.
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