CVE-2008-4394: Medium severity gentoo portage vulnerability
Multiple untrusted search path vulnerabilities in Portage before 2.1.4.5 include the current working directory in the Python search path, which allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a modified Python module that is loaded by the (1) ys-apps/portage, (2) net-mail/fetchmail, (3) app-editors/leo ebuilds, and other ebuilds.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-4394?
CVE-2008-4394 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary code execution by local users.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4394?
To fix CVE-2008-4394, upgrade your Gentoo Portage package to a version that is not affected, specifically version 2.1.4.5 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2008-4394?
CVE-2008-4394 affects various versions of the Gentoo Portage system prior to 2.1.4.5.
Can CVE-2008-4394 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2008-4394 requires local user access to the system for exploitation.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-4394?
CVE-2008-4394 is classified as an untrusted search path vulnerability.