CVE-2017-8829
CVE-2017-8829 is a high-severity vulnerability in Debian Lintian with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-502.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (71st percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-502
- Affected product: Debian Lintian
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Deserialization vulnerability in lintian through 2.5.50.3 allows attackers to trigger code execution by requesting a review of a source package with a crafted YAML file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2017-8829?
- Deserialization vulnerability in lintian through 2.5.50.3 allows attackers to trigger code execution by requesting a review of a source package with a crafted YAML file.
- How severe is CVE-2017-8829?
- CVE-2017-8829 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2017-8829 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2017-8829?
- CVE-2017-8829 affects Debian Lintian. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2017-8829?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2017-8829 published?
- CVE-2017-8829 was published on 2017-05-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:debian:lintian:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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