Local File Write Vulnerability in Apport by Ubuntu
CVE-2015-1324
7.8HIGH
What is CVE-2015-1324?
This vulnerability in Apport allows local users to exploit incorrect permission handling when generating core dumps for setuid binaries. By doing so, they can write to arbitrary files, potentially gaining elevated root privileges on the system. This issue affects multiple versions of Apport across various Ubuntu releases, highlighting the need for prompt updates and security measures to safeguard against local exploits.