Lack of data validation In policykit-1

Description

Format string vulnerability in the grant helper (polkit-grant-helper.c) in PolicyKit 0.7 and earlier allows attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via format strings in a password.

Mitigation

Update Impact

Minimal update. May introduce new vulnerabilities or breaking changes.

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