CVE-2007-6167
First published: Thu Nov 29 2007(Updated: )
Untrusted search path vulnerability in yast2-core in SUSE Linux might allow local users to execute arbitrary code by creating a malicious yast2 module in the current working directory.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE Linux |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-6167?
CVE-2007-6167 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.
How does CVE-2007-6167 affect SUSE Linux?
CVE-2007-6167 allows local users to exploit an untrusted search path in yast2-core to run malicious yast2 modules.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-6167?
Local users of SUSE Linux are primarily affected by CVE-2007-6167.
How do I fix CVE-2007-6167?
To fix CVE-2007-6167, it is recommended to update to the latest version of SUSE Linux that addresses this vulnerability.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2007-6167?
A possible workaround for CVE-2007-6167 is to restrict access to the yast2 module directories for untrusted users.
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