CVE-2013-4277
First published: Mon Sep 16 2013(Updated: )
Svnserve in Apache Subversion 1.4.0 through 1.7.12 and 1.8.0 through 1.8.1 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files or kill arbitrary processes via a symlink attack on the file specified by the --pid-file option.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Subversion | =1.4.0 | |
| Subversion | =1.4.1 | |
| Subversion | =1.4.2 | |
| Subversion | =1.4.3 | |
| Subversion | =1.4.4 | |
| Subversion | =1.4.5 | |
| Subversion | =1.4.6 | |
| Subversion | =1.5.0 | |
| Subversion | =1.5.1 | |
| Subversion | =1.5.2 | |
| Subversion | =1.5.3 | |
| Subversion | =1.5.4 | |
| Subversion | =1.5.5 | |
| Subversion | =1.5.6 | |
| Subversion | =1.5.7 | |
| Subversion | =1.5.8 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.0 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.1 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.2 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.3 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.4 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.5 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.6 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.7 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.8 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.9 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.10 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.11 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.12 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.13 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.14 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.15 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.16 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.17 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.18 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.19 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.20 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.21 | |
| Subversion | =1.6.23 | |
| Subversion | =1.7.0 | |
| Subversion | =1.7.1 | |
| Subversion | =1.7.2 | |
| Subversion | =1.7.3 | |
| Subversion | =1.7.4 | |
| Subversion | =1.7.5 | |
| Subversion | =1.7.6 | |
| Subversion | =1.7.7 | |
| Subversion | =1.7.8 | |
| Subversion | =1.7.9 | |
| Subversion | =1.7.10 | |
| Subversion | =1.7.11 | |
| Subversion | =1.7.12 | |
| Subversion | =1.8.0 | |
| Subversion | =1.8.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-09/msg00031.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-09/msg00054.html
- http://subversion.apache.org/security/CVE-2013-4277-advisory.txt
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/62266
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/86972
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A18554
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-4277?
CVE-2013-4277 has a moderate severity due to its potential for local users to compromise system integrity through a symlink attack.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4277?
To mitigate CVE-2013-4277, update Apache Subversion to a version later than 1.8.1 that addresses this vulnerability.
Which versions of Apache Subversion are affected by CVE-2013-4277?
CVE-2013-4277 affects Apache Subversion versions 1.4.0 through 1.7.12 and 1.8.0 through 1.8.1.
What kind of attack does CVE-2013-4277 involve?
CVE-2013-4277 involves a symlink attack that allows local users to overwrite files or terminate processes.
Can CVE-2013-4277 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2013-4277 can only be exploited locally by authenticated users with access to the system.
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