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CVE-2023-49342

Status: ModifiedHigh (7.8)—

Temporary data passed between application components by Budgie Extras Clockworks applet could potentially be viewed or manipulated. The data is stored in a location that is accessible to any user who has local access to the system. Attackers may pre-create and control this file to present false information to users or deny access to the application and panel.

CVSS

Exploitation probability (EPSS)

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Affected technologies (1)

Ubuntubudgie — Budgie Extras

CWEs

References

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