CVE-2014-0475: Path Traversal
First published: Tue Jul 29 2014(Updated: )
Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in GNU C Library (aka glibc or libc6) before 2.20 allow context-dependent attackers to bypass ForceCommand restrictions and possibly have other unspecified impact via a .. (dot dot) in a (1) LC_*, (2) LANG, or other locale environment variable.
Credit: security@debian.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNU C Library | <=2.19 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.0 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.0.1 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.0.2 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.0.3 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.0.4 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.0.5 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.0.6 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.1 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.1.1 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.1.1.6 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.1.2 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.1.3 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.1.9 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.10.1 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.11 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.11.1 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.11.2 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.11.3 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.12 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.12.1 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.12.2 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.13 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.14 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.14.1 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.15 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.16 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.17 | |
| GNU C Library | =2.18 |
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Reference Links
- http://linux.oracle.com/errata/ELSA-2015-0092.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-2976
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2014:152
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/07/10/7
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/07/14/6
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68505
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030569
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2014-1110.html
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201602-02
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=17137
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-0475?
CVE-2014-0475 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to allow context-dependent attackers to bypass security restrictions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-0475?
To fix CVE-2014-0475, upgrade the GNU C Library to version 2.20 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2014-0475?
CVE-2014-0475 affects multiple versions of the GNU C Library (glibc) prior to 2.20.
What attack vector is used in CVE-2014-0475?
CVE-2014-0475 can be exploited via directory traversal using specific locale environment variables.
Are there any known exploits for CVE-2014-0475?
While exploitation details may vary, CVE-2014-0475 exposes systems to potential abuse of the ForceCommand feature.
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