CVE-2017-8314: Path Traversal

Published May 23, 2017
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Updated

Directory Traversal in Zip Extraction built-in function in Kodi 17.1 and earlier allows arbitrary file write on disk via a Zip file as subtitles.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Kodi Kodi<=17.1
Debian Debian Linux=7.0

Remediation

Event History

May 23, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-8314?

The severity of CVE-2017-8314 is classified as medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-8314?

To fix CVE-2017-8314, it is recommended to apply the available patch provided by the Kodi development team.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-8314?

CVE-2017-8314 is a directory traversal vulnerability that allows arbitrary file write on disk via a Zip file.

4

Which versions of Kodi are affected by CVE-2017-8314?

CVE-2017-8314 affects Kodi 17.1 and earlier versions.

5

What impact does CVE-2017-8314 have on users?

CVE-2017-8314 can lead to potential unauthorized file manipulation on the user's disk when exploiting the vulnerability.

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