CVE-2021-32557

Public Exploit
apport process_report() arbitrary file write

Description

It was discovered that the process_report() function in data/whoopsie-upload-all allowed arbitrary file writes via symlinks.

Category

5.2
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.06%
Vendor Advisory launchpad.net
Affected: Canonical apport
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/apport/+bug/1917904 vendor advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-32557?
CVE-2021-32557 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-32557?
To fix CVE-2021-32557, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-32557 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-32557 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-32557?
CVE-2021-32557 affects Canonical apport.
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