CVE-2012-5578
First published: Mon Nov 25 2019(Updated: )
Python keyring has insecure permissions on new databases allowing world-readable files to be created
Credit: secalert@redhat.com secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| pip/keyring | <0.10 | 0.10 |
| debian/python-keyring | 22.0.1-1 23.9.3-2 25.4.1-1 | |
| python3-keyring | <=0.10 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/11/27/4
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2012-5578
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/python-keyring/+bug/1031465
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2012-5578
- https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2012-5578
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2012-5578
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2012-5578
- https://github.com/jaraco/keyring/blob/master/CHANGES.rst#010
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-8867-vpm3-g98g (Advisory)
- https://github.com/pypa/advisory-database/tree/main/vulns/keyring/PYSEC-2019-182.yaml
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-5578?
The severity of CVE-2012-5578 is classified as medium due to the potential for unauthorized file access.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5578?
To fix CVE-2012-5578, upgrade Python keyring to version 22.0.1-1, 23.9.3-2, or 25.4.1-1.
What are the affected versions of Python keyring for CVE-2012-5578?
Versions of Python keyring up to and including 0.10 are affected by CVE-2012-5578.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-5578?
CVE-2012-5578 is a permissions vulnerability that allows the creation of world-readable files.
Can CVE-2012-5578 affect other software besides Python?
CVE-2012-5578 specifically affects the Python keyring package and is not related to other software.
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