PatchTheCVECVE-2017-14124: In eLux RP 5.x before 5.5.1000 LTSR and 5.6.x before 5.6.2 CR when classic desktop mode is used, it is possibl
CVE-2017-14124 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.3) affecting rp. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
In eLux RP 5.x before 5.5.1000 LTSR and 5.6.x before 5.6.2 CR when classic desktop mode is used, it is possible to start applications other than defined, even if the user does not have permissions to change application definitions.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.3 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | High |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.2% (top 88%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-269 |
| Published | 2017-09-13 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2017-14124?
rp: upgrade to newer than 5.6.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2017-14124 being exploited?
CVE-2017-14124 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2017-14124 affect?
CVE-2017-14124 affects rp. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.3). In eLux RP 5.x before 5.5.1000 LTSR and 5.6.x before 5.6.2 CR when classic desktop mode is used, it is possible to start applications other than defined, even if the user does not have permissions to change application definitions.
How urgent is CVE-2017-14124?
Priority 25/100. No elevated risk signals yet.