CVE-2023-49347
First published: Thu Dec 14 2023(Updated: )
Temporary data passed between application components by Budgie Extras Windows Previews could potentially be viewed or manipulated. The data is stored in a location that is accessible to any user who has local access to the system. Attackers may read private information from windows, present false information to users, or deny access to the application.
Credit: security@ubuntu.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ubuntu/budgie-extras | <1.4.0-1ubuntu3.1 | 1.4.0-1ubuntu3.1 |
| ubuntu/budgie-extras | <1.6.0-1ubuntu0.1 | 1.6.0-1ubuntu0.1 |
| ubuntu/budgie-extras | <1.7.0-3.0ubuntu1 | 1.7.0-3.0ubuntu1 |
| debian/budgie-extras | <=1.1.0-1<=1.5.0-2 | 1.8.0-1 |
| Budgie Extras | >=1.4.0<1.7.1 |
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Reference Links
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2023-49347
- https://github.com/UbuntuBudgie/budgie-extras/security/advisories/GHSA-xxfq-fqfp-cpvj
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6556-1
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2023-49347
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/2044373
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/12/14/1
- https://github.com/UbuntuBudgie/budgie-extras/commit/588cbe6ffa72df904213d77728a3fd5bfae7195e
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2023-49347
- https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2023-49347
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-49347
- https://github.com/UbuntuBudgie/budgie-extras/commit/a7a72c73bf4e6e5d1c54b7cc14313b47400a3a4c
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2023-49347
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-49347?
CVE-2023-49347 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure and manipulation of temporary data.
How do I fix CVE-2023-49347?
To fix CVE-2023-49347, update Budgie Extras to version 1.7.1 or later, or apply the relevant patches for your distribution.
What types of data are vulnerable in CVE-2023-49347?
CVE-2023-49347 affects temporary data passed between application components that may include sensitive user information.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-49347?
Users of Budgie Extras versions from 1.4.0 to 1.7.1 are affected by CVE-2023-49347.
Can CVE-2023-49347 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2023-49347 requires local access to the system, meaning it cannot be exploited remotely.
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