CVE-2011-10043: Module::Load versions before 0.22 for Perl allow arbitrary modules outside of @INC to be loaded

Published Jul 7, 2026
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Updated

Module::Load versions before 0.22 for Perl allow arbitrary modules outside of @INC to be loaded.

Module names starting with "::" could be passed to the load function to specify arbitrary module paths.

Attackers able to influence module names passed to load could use that bug to execute arbitrary code.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Perl Module::Load<0.22

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Module::Load to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 0.22

Event History

Jul 7, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:46 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:46 AM
RemedyDescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2011-10043?

CVE-2011-10043 has a critical severity score of 9.8.

2

How do I fix CVE-2011-10043?

To fix CVE-2011-10043, upgrade Module::Load to version 0.22 or higher.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2011-10043?

CVE-2011-10043 affects versions of the Perl Module::Load prior to 0.22.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2011-10043?

CVE-2011-10043 is a vulnerability that allows arbitrary modules outside of @INC to be loaded.

5

What potential impact does CVE-2011-10043 have?

CVE-2011-10043 could lead to arbitrary code execution if exploited by an attacker.

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