CVE-2012-4427: Code Injection
First published: Mon Oct 01 2012(Updated: )
The gnome-shell plugin 3.4.1 in GNOME allows remote attackers to force the download and installation of arbitrary extensions from extensions.gnome.org via a crafted web page.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Gnome-shell | =3.4.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/09/08/1
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/09/13/19
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/09/13/26
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/09/18/3
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/55556
- https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=684215
- https://bugzilla.novell.com/show_bug.cgi?id=779473
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4427?
CVE-2012-4427 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability that can lead to unauthorized installation of extensions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4427?
To fix CVE-2012-4427, you should upgrade to a later version of GNOME Shell that is not affected by this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2012-4427?
Users of GNOME Shell version 3.4.1 are primarily affected by CVE-2012-4427.
What type of attack is related to CVE-2012-4427?
CVE-2012-4427 allows attackers to exploit a remote code execution vulnerability through crafted web pages.
Is CVE-2012-4427 a zero-day vulnerability?
CVE-2012-4427 is not categorized as a zero-day vulnerability since it was publicly disclosed in 2012.
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