Vulnerability Description
The setpermissions function in the auto-updater in Arq before 5.9.7 for Mac allows local users to gain root privileges via a symlink attack on the updater binary itself.
CVSS Score
7.4
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Arqbackup | Arq | < 5.9.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://m4.rkw.io/blog/cve201715357-local-root-privesc-in-arq-backup--596.htmlExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://www.arqbackup.com/download/arq5_release_notes.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43218/ExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://m4.rkw.io/blog/cve201715357-local-root-privesc-in-arq-backup--596.htmlExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://www.arqbackup.com/download/arq5_release_notes.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43218/ExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-15357?
CVE-2017-15357 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.4 (HIGH). The setpermissions function in the auto-updater in Arq before 5.9.7 for Mac allows local users to gain root privileges via a symlink attack on the updater binary itself.
How severe is CVE-2017-15357?
CVE-2017-15357 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-15357?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Arqbackup Arq.