CVE-2013-4668: Path Traversal
First published: Thu Jul 18 2013(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in File Roller 3.6.x before 3.6.4, 3.8.x before 3.8.3, and 3.9.x before 3.9.3, when libarchive is used, allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files via a crafted archive that is not properly handled in a "Keep directory structure" action, related to fr-archive-libarchive.c and fr-window.c.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNOME File Roller | >=3.6.0<3.6.4 | |
| GNOME File Roller | >=3.8.0<3.8.3 | |
| GNOME File Roller | >=3.9.1<3.9.3 | |
| Ubuntu Linux | =12.10 | |
| Ubuntu Linux | =13.04 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2013-07/0039.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-07/msg00095.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/54351
- http://www.ocert.org/advisories/ocert-2013-001.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/61008
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1906-1
- https://git.gnome.org/browse/file-roller/commit/?id=b147281293a8307808475e102a14857055f81631
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-4668?
CVE-2013-4668 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4668?
To fix CVE-2013-4668, update File Roller to version 3.6.4 or later, 3.8.3 or later, or 3.9.3 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2013-4668?
CVE-2013-4668 affects users of File Roller versions 3.6.x before 3.6.4, 3.8.x before 3.8.3, and 3.9.x before 3.9.3.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-4668?
CVE-2013-4668 is a directory traversal vulnerability allowing unauthorized file creation.
Can CVE-2013-4668 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2013-4668 can be exploited remotely by crafting an archive that takes advantage of the vulnerability.
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