CVE-2017-9772
First published: Fri Jun 23 2017(Updated: )
Insufficient sanitisation in the OCaml compiler versions 4.04.0 and 4.04.1 allows external code to be executed with raised privilege in binaries marked as setuid, by setting the CAML_CPLUGINS, CAML_NATIVE_CPLUGINS, or CAML_BYTE_CPLUGINS environment variable.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE OCaml Runtime | =4.04.0 | |
| SUSE OCaml Runtime | =4.04.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-9772?
CVE-2017-9772 has a high severity due to its potential for executing external code with elevated privileges in setuid binaries.
How do I fix CVE-2017-9772?
To fix CVE-2017-9772, upgrade to OCaml version 4.04.2 or later, which addresses the insufficient sanitization issue.
Which versions of OCaml are affected by CVE-2017-9772?
CVE-2017-9772 affects OCaml versions 4.04.0 and 4.04.1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-9772?
CVE-2017-9772 is a code execution vulnerability caused by insufficient sanitization in the OCaml compiler.
What are the potential risks of CVE-2017-9772?
The risks of CVE-2017-9772 include unauthorized code execution and potential system compromise due to elevated privileges.
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