CVE-2019-11483: High severity ubuntu python3-apport vulnerability
Last updated 25 August 2025
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Sander Bos discovered Apport mishandled crash dumps originating from containers. This could be used by a local attacker to generate a crash report for a privileged process that is readable by an unprivileged user.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-11483?
CVE-2019-11483 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability that allows local attackers to exploit crash dumps.
How do I fix CVE-2019-11483?
To fix CVE-2019-11483, upgrade to the patched versions of Apport as provided by your Ubuntu distribution.
What systems are affected by CVE-2019-11483?
CVE-2019-11483 affects several versions of Ubuntu Linux, including 14.04, 16.04, 18.04, 19.04, and 19.10.
Can CVE-2019-11483 allow unauthorized access to sensitive data?
Yes, CVE-2019-11483 could allow an unprivileged user to read crash reports from privileged processes.
Is CVE-2019-11483 specific to any particular application?
Yes, CVE-2019-11483 specifically pertains to the Apport tool used for managing crash reports in Ubuntu.