CVE-2019-3697: Local privilege escalation from user gnump3d to root
First published: Fri Jan 24 2020(Updated: )
UNIX Symbolic Link (Symlink) Following vulnerability in the packaging of gnump3d in openSUSE Leap 15.1 allows local attackers to escalate from user gnump3d to root. This issue affects: openSUSE Leap 15.1 gnump3d version 3.0-lp151.2.1 and prior versions.
Credit: meissner@suse.de
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNU Gnump3d | <=3.0 | |
| SUSE Linux | =15.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-3697?
CVE-2019-3697 has a high severity level as it allows local attackers to escalate privileges from user gnump3d to root.
How do I fix CVE-2019-3697?
To fix CVE-2019-3697, upgrade gnump3d to version 3.0-lp151.2.2 or later in openSUSE Leap 15.1.
Who is affected by CVE-2019-3697?
CVE-2019-3697 affects users of openSUSE Leap 15.1 with gnump3d version 3.0-lp151.2.1 and earlier.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-3697?
CVE-2019-3697 is a UNIX Symbolic Link (Symlink) Following vulnerability.
Can CVE-2019-3697 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2019-3697 can only be exploited by local attackers with access to the affected system.
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