SB20240827170 - Slackware Linux update for plasma-workspace
Published: August 27, 2024
Security Bulletin ID
SB20240827170
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Missing Authorization (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-36041)
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to missing authorization in the ksmserver component. A local user can use the session restore feature to execute arbitrary code as the user on the next boot.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.