Vulnerability Description
The lxd-unix.socket systemd unit file in the Ubuntu lxd package before 0.20-0ubuntu4.1 uses world-readable permissions for /var/lib/lxd/unix.socket, which allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 15.10 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2809-1PatchVendor Advisory
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/lxd/+bug/1515689
- https://github.com/lxc/lxd/issues/1307
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2809-1PatchVendor Advisory
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/lxd/+bug/1515689
- https://github.com/lxc/lxd/issues/1307
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-8222?
CVE-2015-8222 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). The lxd-unix.socket systemd unit file in the Ubuntu lxd package before 0.20-0ubuntu4.1 uses world-readable permissions for /var/lib/lxd/unix.socket, which allows local users to gain privileges via uns...
How severe is CVE-2015-8222?
CVE-2015-8222 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-8222?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Canonical Ubuntu Linux.