CVE-2017-9079
First published: Fri May 19 2017(Updated: )
Dropbear before 2017.75 might allow local users to read certain files as root, if the file has the authorized_keys file format with a command= option. This occurs because ~/.ssh/authorized_keys is read with root privileges and symlinks are followed.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Dropbear SSH | <2017.75 | |
| Debian Linux | =8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-9079?
CVE-2017-9079 is considered to have a medium severity rating due to potential unauthorized access to sensitive files.
How do I fix CVE-2017-9079?
To fix CVE-2017-9079, upgrade Dropbear SSH to version 2017.75 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-9079?
CVE-2017-9079 affects local users of Dropbear SSH versions prior to 2017.75 and users of Debian 8.0.
What vulnerabilities does CVE-2017-9079 introduce for local users?
CVE-2017-9079 allows local users to read certain files as root, which can lead to exposure of sensitive information.
What systems are vulnerable to CVE-2017-9079?
Systems running Dropbear SSH before version 2017.75 and Debian GNU/Linux 8.0 are vulnerable to CVE-2017-9079.
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