CVE-2014-8990: Command Injection
First published: Fri Dec 05 2014(Updated: )
default-rsyncssh.lua in Lsyncd 2.1.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a filename.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | =7.0 | |
| Fedora | =19 | |
| Fedora | =20 | |
| Lsyncd | <=2.1.5 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2014-December/145114.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2014-December/145131.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/62321
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3130
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/11/19/1
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/11/20/5
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/71179
- https://github.com/axkibe/lsyncd/commit/18f02ad013b41a72753912155ae2ba72f2a53e52
- https://github.com/axkibe/lsyncd/commit/e6016b3748370878778b8f0b568d5281cc248aa4
- https://github.com/axkibe/lsyncd/issues/220
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201702-05
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-8990?
CVE-2014-8990 is considered to be of high severity due to its potential for remote command execution.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8990?
To fix CVE-2014-8990, upgrade Lsyncd to version 2.1.6 or later where this vulnerability is addressed.
What software is affected by CVE-2014-8990?
CVE-2014-8990 affects Lsyncd versions 2.1.5 and earlier, and it also impacts Debian Linux 7.0 and Fedora versions 19 and 20.
Can CVE-2014-8990 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-8990 can be exploited remotely by attackers manipulating filenames to execute arbitrary commands.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-8990?
A potential workaround for CVE-2014-8990 is to restrict access to the affected Lsyncd service to trusted users until a patch can be applied.
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