https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2024/q1/11: Security vulnerability in Debian's cpio 2.13
Published Jan 5, 2024
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Affected Software
1 affected component
Debian cpio
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2023-7207?
CVE-2023-7207 is categorized as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for path traversal attacks.
2
How do I fix CVE-2023-7207?
To fix CVE-2023-7207, update your Debian cpio package to the latest version available in the repositories.
3
What impact does CVE-2023-7207 have?
CVE-2023-7207 allows an attacker to exploit path traversal vulnerabilities to access sensitive files outside of the intended directory.
4
Which versions of Debian cpio are affected by CVE-2023-7207?
CVE-2023-7207 affects Debian cpio version 2.13 and earlier.
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Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-7207?
As a temporary workaround for CVE-2023-7207, avoid untrusted input when using cpio until a patch can be applied.