Vulnerability identifier: #VU63368

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-28655

CWE-ID: CWE-254

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
python3-apport (Ubuntu package)
Operating systems & Components / Operating system package or component
apport (Ubuntu package)
Operating systems & Components / Operating system package or component

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to apport does not filter D-Bus connection strings. A local user can force apport to initiate arbitrary network connections.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

---

External links
http://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-5427-1

---

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.