CVE-2017-10708
High
Description
An issue was discovered in Apport through 2.20.x. In apport/report.py, Apport sets the ExecutablePath field and it then uses the path to run package specific hooks without protecting against path traversal. This allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .crash file.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.8
Exploit probability—
ProductApport
PublishedJul 18, 2017
First seenJul 18, 2017
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| apport_project apport | v ≤ 2.20.6 | — |
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