CVE-2023-32184: openSUSE-welcome: local privilege escalation when choosing XFCE desktop layout (CVE-2023-32184)
A Insecure Storage of Sensitive Information vulnerability in openSUSE opensuse-welcome allows local attackers to execute code as the user that runs opensuse-welcome if a custom layout is chosen This issue affects opensuse-welcome: from 0.1 before 0.1.9+git.35.4b9444a.
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What is CVE-2023-32184?
CVE-2023-32184 is a vulnerability in openSUSE opensuse-welcome that allows local attackers to execute code as the user if a custom layout is chosen.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-32184?
CVE-2023-32184 has a severity rating of 7.8 (High).
How does CVE-2023-32184 affect openSUSE opensuse-welcome?
CVE-2023-32184 affects openSUSE opensuse-welcome versions 0.1 to 0.1.9+git.35.4b9444a.
How can local privilege escalation be prevented in openSUSE opensuse-welcome?
To prevent local privilege escalation in openSUSE opensuse-welcome, update to version 0.1.9+git.35.4b9444a or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-32184?
More information about CVE-2023-32184 can be found at the following link: https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2023-32184