misc.c in splitvt 1.6.6 and earlier does not drop group privileges before executing xprop, which allows local users to gain privileges.
CVSS Details
- CVSS 3.1 Base Score: 7.8
Covered by Rapid7
| Product | Vendor Advisory | Solution File | Added | Published |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debian | — | Upgrade splitvt | Jul 30, 2024 | Feb 22, 2008 |
| Gentoo Linux | — | Upgrade app-misc/splitvt. | Oct 30, 2017 | Feb 22, 2008 |
| Ubuntu | — | Upgrade splitvt | Nov 19, 2024 | Feb 22, 2008 |
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