CVE-2022-28653: High severity Canonical apport vulnerability

Published Jan 31, 2025
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Updated

Users can consume unlimited disk space in /var/crash

Affected Software

1 affected component
Canonical apport<2.21.0

Event History

Jan 31, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:50 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:50 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-28653?

The severity of CVE-2022-28653 is considered high due to its potential for causing denial of service through unlimited disk space consumption.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-28653?

To fix CVE-2022-28653, update Canonical Apport to version 2.21.0 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2022-28653?

CVE-2022-28653 affects Canonical Apport versions prior to 2.21.0.

4

What impact does CVE-2022-28653 have on users?

CVE-2022-28653 allows users to consume unlimited disk space in the /var/crash directory.

5

Is CVE-2022-28653 a remote or local vulnerability?

CVE-2022-28653 is a local vulnerability that can be exploited by authenticated users.

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