Vulnerability Description
Bubblewrap before 0.1.3 sets the PR_SET_DUMPABLE flag, which might allow local users to gain privileges by attaching to the process, as demonstrated by sending commands to a PrivSep socket.
CVSS Score
7.0
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Bubblewrap Project | Bubblewrap | <= 0.1.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/12/5Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/13/4Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93542Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/projectatomic/bubblewrap/issues/107Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/12/5Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/13/4Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93542Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/projectatomic/bubblewrap/issues/107Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-8659?
CVE-2016-8659 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.0 (HIGH). Bubblewrap before 0.1.3 sets the PR_SET_DUMPABLE flag, which might allow local users to gain privileges by attaching to the process, as demonstrated by sending commands to a PrivSep socket.
How severe is CVE-2016-8659?
CVE-2016-8659 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-8659?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Bubblewrap Project Bubblewrap.