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HIGH · 7.8

CVE-2017-8829

Deserialization vulnerability in lintian through 2.5.50.3 allows attackers to trigger code execution by requesting a review of a source package with a crafted YAML file.

Vulnerability Description

Deserialization vulnerability in lintian through 2.5.50.3 allows attackers to trigger code execution by requesting a review of a source package with a crafted YAML file.

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
REQUIRED
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
DebianLintian<= 2.5.50.3

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-502

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2017-8829?

CVE-2017-8829 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Deserialization vulnerability in lintian through 2.5.50.3 allows attackers to trigger code execution by requesting a review of a source package with a crafted YAML file.

How severe is CVE-2017-8829?

CVE-2017-8829 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2017-8829?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Debian Lintian.